What is a Kikoi?

A Kikoi or Kikoy is a rectangular woven cloth, popular in East Africa, especially in Kenya and Tanzania, used as a sarong (wrapper) or shawl.

The word Kikoi in Kiswahili simply means ” something to wrap around you”.

This 100% cotton cloth which was introduced by the Arabian businessmen who came to East Africa, has now become a popular beach accessory.

The Kikoy has a standard size of 160cm by 100cm and is also commonly used as a baby wrap or shawl.