80% matchJoe Freshgoods
Culture-first graphics rooted in Black nostalgia
What changes: Chicago-specific storytelling and limited drops rather than nation jerseys
Brand profile
MIZIZI
Diaspora-focused streetwear label known for country baseball jerseys representing African and Caribbean nations, founded by Paakow Essandoh.
NairobiOrigin
UnisexFocus
StreetwearStyle
$$Price
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What to know about MIZIZI
Country jerseys are the core product
The signature piece is a baseball jersey printed with a nation's name, flag and crest, covering African and Caribbean countries, with hoodies, tees and headwear around it.
Built for the diaspora
Named after the Swahili word for roots, the label designs around national identity for the African and Caribbean diaspora under a #StayRooted tagline.
Licensing and sport tie-ins
MIZIZI has held a Marvel Productions licence linked to Black Panther and released South African jerseys honouring the Springboks while pursuing further sport partnerships.
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Brand facts
MIZIZI, Swahili for "roots," is a streetwear label founded in 2015 by Paakow Essandoh and operating as MIZIZI International. It positions itself as a brand for the African diaspora, built around country baseball jerseys carrying national names, flags and crests for African and Caribbean nations, plus hoodies, tees and headwear. The brand secured a licensing deal with Marvel Productions tied to Black Panther and has released South African jerseys honouring the Springboks, while pursuing sport partnerships and wider global distribution under its #StayRooted tagline.
- Founded
- 2015
- Origin
- Nairobi, Kenya
- Made in
- USA, Africa
- Price
- $$
- Focus
- Unisex
- Facts checked
- August 2026
- Styles
- Streetwear, Athleisure / Sportswear