Accessibility Statement for Mzansi Bites

Our Commitment to Accessibility

Mzansi Bites strives to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 level AA. These guidelines define how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities. Conformance with WCAG 2.1 AA helps us provide a more inclusive experience for all users.

Our efforts are ongoing as we continually test our website and make improvements to enhance accessibility. We welcome your feedback on your experience with Mzansi Bites. Please let us know if you encounter any accessibility barriers.

Accessibility Features of Mzansi Bites

Semantic HTML

We use semantic HTML elements to structure our content in a meaningful way. This helps screen readers and other assistive technologies understand the content and present it to users effectively. Examples include using

Alternative Text for Images

All images on our website include descriptive alternative text (alt text). This text provides a textual alternative to the image for users who are unable to see it. Our alt text is concise and accurately describes the content and function of each image.

Keyboard Navigation

Our website is designed to be fully navigable using a keyboard. Users can access all interactive elements, such as links and form fields, using the keyboard alone. We have ensured that the focus order is logical and intuitive.

Color Contrast

We have carefully chosen color combinations to ensure sufficient contrast between text and background. This helps users with low vision or color blindness to read and understand the content more easily. We regularly test our color contrast using accessibility tools to maintain compliance with WCAG guidelines.

Resizable Text

Users can easily resize the text on our website using their browser settings. Our website is designed to reflow content as the text size increases, ensuring that all content remains readable and accessible.

Clear and Consistent Navigation

Our website features a clear and consistent navigation structure. The navigation menu is located at the top of each page, making it easy for users to find the information they need. We also use breadcrumbs to help users understand their current location within the website.

Forms

All forms on our website are designed with accessibility in mind. We provide clear labels for each form field, and we use ARIA attributes to provide additional information to assistive technologies. We also provide helpful error messages to guide users in completing the forms correctly.

Tables

Tables are used judiciously and only when necessary to present tabular data. Each table includes a element that provides a summary of the table's contents. We also use the scope attribute on table header cells ( ) to associate them with the appropriate rows or columns.

Video and Audio Content

We strive to provide captions and transcripts for all video and audio content on our website. This ensures that users who are deaf or hard of hearing can access the content. We also provide audio descriptions for videos when necessary.

ARIA Attributes

We use ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) attributes to enhance the accessibility of dynamic content and interactive elements. ARIA attributes provide additional information to assistive technologies, helping them understand the purpose and state of these elements.

Feedback and Contact Information

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of Mzansi Bites. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us. Your input helps us to continuously improve the user experience for all visitors.

You can contact our accessibility team at: accessibility@mzansibites.com or call us at +27 95 771 5879 during business hours (09:00 - 17:00 SAST).

Our accessibility team is led by Aisha Khumalo, our dedicated Accessibility Officer, who is passionate about creating inclusive digital experiences. You can also write to us at:

We aim to respond to accessibility feedback within 5 business days.

Ongoing Efforts

Mzansi Bites is committed to maintaining and improving the accessibility of our website. We regularly conduct accessibility audits and testing to identify and address any accessibility issues. We also provide accessibility training to our staff to ensure that they are aware of best practices for creating accessible content.

We are dedicated to creating a website that is inclusive and accessible to everyone. Thank you for visiting Mzansi Bites!