Accessibility Statement for Savory South Africa
Savory South Africa is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for all users, including people with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards to provide a website that is inclusive and accessible.
Our Commitment to Accessibility
We strive to adhere to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA, a set of guidelines developed by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) to make web content more accessible to a wider range of people with disabilities. These guidelines outline four main principles, ensuring that web content is:
- Perceivable: Information and user interface components must be presentable to users in ways they can perceive.
- Operable: User interface components and navigation must be operable.
- Understandable: Information and the operation of the user interface must be understandable.
- Robust: Content must be robust enough that it can be interpreted reliably by a wide variety of user agents, including assistive technologies.
Accessibility Features
Savory South Africa incorporates various features to enhance accessibility, including:
- Alternative Text for Images: All images include descriptive alternative text (alt text) for screen reader users. This helps convey the content and purpose of each image.
- Keyboard Navigation: The website is fully navigable using a keyboard, allowing users who cannot use a mouse to access all content and functionality.
- Clear and Consistent Navigation: The website's navigation is clear, consistent, and easy to understand, ensuring users can easily find the information they need.
- Sufficient Color Contrast: We have ensured sufficient color contrast between text and background colors to make the content readable for users with low vision or color blindness.
- Resizable Text: Users can easily adjust the text size in their browsers to make the content more readable.
- Form Labels and Instructions: All form fields are clearly labeled, and instructions are provided to help users understand how to complete the forms accurately.
- Semantic HTML: We use semantic HTML elements to structure the content logically, making it easier for assistive technologies to interpret and present the information.
- Accessible Tables: Data tables are structured with appropriate headers and captions to ensure they are understandable for screen reader users.
Specific Accessibility Measures Implemented
Savory South Africa has taken the following measures to ensure accessibility:
- Regularly auditing our website using automated accessibility testing tools and manual reviews.
- Training our content creators and developers on accessibility best practices.
- Incorporating accessibility considerations into our website design and development processes from the outset.
- Seeking feedback from users with disabilities to identify areas for improvement.
- Providing clear and concise content that is easy to understand.
Known Limitations
Despite our best efforts to ensure accessibility, there may be some limitations on Savory South Africa. We are aware of the following potential issues and are working to address them:
- Some older PDF documents may not be fully accessible. We are in the process of remediating these documents or providing alternative accessible formats.
- Certain third-party plugins or content may not be fully compliant with WCAG 2.1 Level AA. We are working with our vendors to ensure that all third-party content meets our accessibility standards.
Recipes Sorted by Dietary Needs: A Table
To further assist users with specific dietary requirements, we have compiled a table that categorizes some of our popular recipes. This allows individuals with allergies, intolerances, or specific dietary preferences to quickly identify suitable meals.
| Recipe Name | Gluten-Free | Dairy-Free | Vegetarian | Vegan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bobotie | No | Yes | No | No |
| Bunny Chow | No | Yes | No | No |
| Vegetable Curry | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Biltong Salad | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Melktert | No | No | Yes | No |
Feedback and Contact Information
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of Savory South Africa. Please let us know if you encounter any accessibility barriers while using our website.
To report an accessibility issue or to request assistance, please contact us at:
Email: accessibility@savorysouthafrica.com
Phone: +27 82 190 4216
Address: Accessibility Department, Savory South Africa, 12 Long Street, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
We will do our best to respond to your inquiry within 5 business days and to address any accessibility issues promptly.
Ongoing Efforts
We are committed to continuously improving the accessibility of Savory South Africa. This is an ongoing effort, and we appreciate your patience as we work to make our website more inclusive for everyone. Our team, led by Accessibility Officer Fatima Abrahams, regularly reviews and updates our website to meet evolving accessibility standards. Fatima can be reached at fatima.abrahams@savorysouthafrica.com for specific concerns or requests.
Third-Party Content
Please be aware that Savory South Africa may contain links to third-party websites or content that we do not control. We are not responsible for the accessibility of these third-party resources. However, we make every effort to link to websites that are known to be accessible.
Formal Complaints
If you are not satisfied with our response to your accessibility inquiry, you may file a formal complaint with the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) or other relevant regulatory bodies. Information on how to file a complaint can be found on the SAHRC website at www.sahrc.org.za.
Website Compatibility
Savory South Africa is designed to be compatible with a wide range of browsers and assistive technologies, including:
- Chrome
- Firefox
- Safari
- Microsoft Edge
- JAWS
- NVDA
- VoiceOver
We recommend using the latest versions of these browsers and assistive technologies for the best experience.
Updates to this Statement
This accessibility statement was last updated on October 26, 2023. We will review and update this statement periodically to reflect changes in our accessibility efforts.
Additional Resources
For more information on web accessibility, please consult the following resources:
- Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG): https://www.w3.org/WAI/standards-guidelines/wcag/
- Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA): https://www.ontario.ca/laws/statute/05a11
- South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC): https://www.sahrc.org.za/