Savory Soul

A taste of South Africa, accessible to all.

Accessibility Statement for Savory Soul

Our Commitment to Accessibility

At Savory Soul, we are committed to ensuring digital accessibility for everyone. We continually improve the user experience for all visitors and strive to apply the relevant accessibility standards. We believe our website should be accessible to people of all abilities, including those with visual, auditory, cognitive, and motor impairments.

Our goal is to provide a website that is perceivable, operable, understandable, and robust, adhering to the principles outlined in the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA.

Measures Taken to Support Accessibility

Savory Soul takes the following measures to ensure accessibility of our website:

  • Regular Accessibility Audits: We conduct regular audits of our website to identify and address accessibility issues. These audits are performed using both automated tools and manual testing by accessibility experts.
  • WCAG Compliance: We strive to conform to WCAG 2.1 Level AA guidelines in all aspects of our website. This includes ensuring proper semantic HTML structure, sufficient color contrast, keyboard navigation, and alternative text for images.
  • Ongoing Training: Our content creators and developers receive ongoing training on accessibility best practices to ensure that new content and features are developed with accessibility in mind.
  • Assistive Technology Compatibility: We test our website with a variety of assistive technologies, including screen readers, screen magnifiers, and voice recognition software, to ensure compatibility.
  • Clear and Simple Language: We use clear and simple language throughout our website to make it easy to understand for all users.
  • Responsive Design: Our website is designed to be responsive, meaning it adapts to different screen sizes and devices, providing a consistent experience across platforms.
  • Keyboard Navigation: All interactive elements on our website can be accessed and operated using a keyboard.
  • Alternative Text for Images: All images on our website have descriptive alternative text to provide context for users who cannot see them. For example: Bobotie, a traditional South African dish with spiced minced meat and an egg-based topping, served in a baking dish .
  • Video Captions and Transcripts: All video content on our website includes captions and transcripts to make it accessible to users who are deaf or hard of hearing.

Specific Accessibility Features Implemented

In addition to the general measures listed above, Savory Soul has implemented the following specific accessibility features:

  • Skip Navigation Link: A "Skip to Content" link is provided at the top of each page to allow users to bypass the navigation menu and go directly to the main content.
  • ARIA Attributes: We use ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) attributes to provide additional semantic information to assistive technologies.
  • Semantic HTML: We use semantic HTML elements such as <article> , <nav> , <aside> , and <main> to structure our content in a meaningful way.
  • Color Contrast: We ensure that all text and background colors meet the minimum contrast ratios specified in WCAG 2.1.
  • Form Labels: All form fields have clear and descriptive labels to help users understand what information is required.
  • Error Handling: We provide clear and informative error messages to help users correct mistakes when filling out forms.
  • Adjustable Text Size: Users can adjust the text size on our website using their browser settings.

Accessibility Compliance Table

Compliance status with WCAG 2.1 guidelines.
Guideline Level A Level AA Status
Perceivable Compliant Compliant Fully Compliant
Operable Compliant Compliant Fully Compliant
Understandable Compliant Compliant Fully Compliant
Robust Compliant Compliant Fully Compliant

Feedback Mechanism

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of Savory Soul. Please let us know if you encounter any accessibility barriers while using our website.

You can provide feedback by:

  • Emailing us at: accessibility@savorysoul.co.za
  • Calling us at: 021-813-9274
  • Using the contact form on our Contact Us page.

We try to respond to feedback within 5 business days.

Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about the accessibility of Savory Soul, please contact us:

Accessibility Coordinator: Fatima Abrahams

Email: accessibility@savorysoul.co.za

Phone: 021-813-9274

Address: 12 Long Street, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa

Future Accessibility Efforts

Savory Soul is committed to ongoing accessibility improvements. In the coming months, we plan to:

  • Conduct a comprehensive accessibility audit by an independent third-party.
  • Implement a more robust accessibility monitoring system.
  • Develop a detailed accessibility roadmap for future development.
  • Provide additional training for our staff on advanced accessibility techniques.