Accessibility Statement
Our commitment to making SokoAfrica accessible to everyone
Our Commitment
SokoAfrica is committed to ensuring that our website is accessible to people with disabilities. We believe that everyone should have equal access to the authentic African products and cultural experiences we offer.
Accessibility Features
Visual
- High contrast color schemes
- Scalable fonts and images
- Alt text for all images
- Screen reader compatibility
Motor
- Keyboard navigation support
- Large clickable areas
- No time-sensitive actions required
- Voice control compatibility
Auditory
- Captions for video content
- Visual indicators for audio alerts
- Text alternatives for audio content
- Adjustable audio controls
Cognitive
- Clear, simple language
- Consistent navigation
- Error prevention and recovery
- Content organization and structure
Web Standards Compliance
Our website aims to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities.
- Semantic HTML markup
- Proper heading structure
- Focus indicators for keyboard navigation
- Color contrast ratios meeting WCAG standards
- Form labels and error messages
- Skip navigation links
Assistive Technology Support
Our website is designed to work with commonly used assistive technologies, including:
- Screen readers (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver)
- Voice recognition software
- Keyboard-only navigation
- Screen magnification tools
- Alternative input devices
Ongoing Improvements
We continuously work to improve the accessibility of our website. Our efforts include:
- Regular accessibility audits
- User testing with people with disabilities
- Staff training on accessibility best practices
- Incorporating accessibility in our design process
- Monitoring and updating content for accessibility
Accessibility Support
If you encounter any accessibility barriers while using our website, please don't hesitate to contact us. We're committed to providing equal access and will work with you to resolve any issues.
Contact Information:
Email: accessibility@sokoafrica.com
Phone: +254 700 123 456
Mail: SokoAfrica Accessibility Team
Westlands Business Center, Ring Road Westlands
Nairobi, Kenya
Please include "Accessibility" in the subject line and provide as much detail as possible about the issue you encountered.
Alternative Formats
If you need information from our website in an alternative format, such as large print, braille, or audio, please contact our accessibility team. We'll work to provide the information in your preferred format within a reasonable timeframe.