Accessibility Statement for Mzansi Flavours

Mzansi Flavours is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for all users, including those with disabilities. We strive to provide a website that is both user-friendly and accessible, adhering to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards.

Our Commitment

We are dedicated to continually improving the accessibility of our website. We believe that everyone should have equal access to information and services online, regardless of their abilities or disabilities. Our accessibility efforts are guided by the following principles:

• 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.

Conformance Status

The Mzansi Flavours website is partially conformant with WCAG 2.1 level AA. Partially conformant means that some parts of the content do not fully conform to the accessibility standard.

Accessibility Features

We have implemented the following features to enhance accessibility:

• Semantic HTML: We use semantic HTML5 elements to structure our content, making it easier for assistive technologies to understand and navigate.
• Alternative Text: All images have descriptive alternative text ( ) to provide context for users who cannot see them.
• Keyboard Navigation: Our website can be navigated using a keyboard alone.
• Color Contrast: We have ensured sufficient color contrast between text and background colors to improve readability for users with low vision.
• Resizable Text: Users can easily increase or decrease the text size using their browser settings.
• Clear and Consistent Navigation: Our website has a clear and consistent navigation structure, making it easy for users to find what they are looking for.
• Forms: All form fields have clear labels and instructions.
• ARIA Attributes: We use ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) attributes to provide additional information to assistive technologies, where necessary.

Specific Accessibility Measures Taken

To further enhance accessibility, we have taken the following specific measures:

• Conducted regular accessibility audits using automated tools and manual testing.
• Provided training to our content creators and developers on accessibility best practices.
• Developed an accessibility testing protocol for all new website features and updates.
• Established a process for users to provide feedback on accessibility issues.

Known Limitations

Despite our best efforts, some accessibility issues may still exist. We are aware of the following limitations:

• Some older content may not fully conform to WCAG 2.1 AA standards. We are working to update this content as quickly as possible.
• Certain third-party plugins or widgets may not be fully accessible. We are evaluating alternative solutions and working with vendors to improve accessibility.

Feedback

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of the Mzansi Flavours website. Please let us know if you encounter any accessibility barriers. You can contact us via:

• Email: accessibility@mzansiflavours.co.za
• Phone: +27 40 225 1273 (ask for the Accessibility Team)
• Address: Accessibility Team, Mzansi Flavours, 12 Kromboom Road, Rondebosch, Cape Town, 7700, South Africa

We will do our best to respond to your feedback within 5 business days and take appropriate action to address any accessibility issues.

Technical Specifications

Accessibility of Mzansi Flavours relies on the following technologies to work with the particular combination of web browser and any assistive technologies or plugins installed on your computer:

• HTML
• CSS
• JavaScript
• ARIA

These technologies are relied upon for conformance to the accessibility standards used.

Assessment Approach

Mzansi Flavours assessed the accessibility of this website using the following approach:

• Self-evaluation: The website was evaluated internally by our accessibility team.
• External evaluation: We plan to engage with an independent accessibility consultant in the future for further evaluation and recommendations.

Date of Statement

This statement was created on 14 May 2024 and last updated on 15 May 2024.

Example Table with Accessibility Attributes

Popular South African Dishes and Their Descriptions

Dish	Description
Bobotie	A spiced minced meat dish baked with an egg-based topping.
Biltong	Air-dried, cured meat, similar to jerky.
Bunny Chow	A hollowed-out loaf of bread filled with curry.
Boerewors	A type of sausage originating from South Africa.
Cape Malay Curry	A fragrant and flavorful curry influenced by Malay cuisine.

Mzansi Flavours is continuously working to improve the accessibility of its website and is committed to providing an inclusive online experience for all users. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work towards this goal.