Effective Date: 13 October 2024
1. Our Commitment to Accessibility
The South Sudan Herald News Network is committed to ensuring that all people — including those with disabilities — can access our website and content. We believe news and information should be available to everyone, whether you are in Juba, any of South Sudan’s states (Central Equatoria, Eastern Equatoria, Western Equatoria, Upper Nile, Jonglei, Unity, Warrap, Northern Bahr el Ghazal, Western Bahr el Ghazal), or part of the South Sudanese diaspora worldwide.
Our goal is to comply with recognized accessibility standards, including the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, and to continuously improve our site for usability and inclusion.
2. Accessibility Features
We have implemented the following features:
- Text Alternatives – All non-text content, such as images, has descriptive alt text.
- Keyboard Navigation – Our site can be navigated using a keyboard without requiring a mouse.
- Readable Fonts – Clear and legible font choices for better readability.
- Color Contrast – Sufficient color contrast between text and background to improve visibility.
- Responsive Design – Content adjusts automatically to different devices, including mobile phones and tablets.
- Adjustable Text Size – Visitors can enlarge or reduce text size using browser settings.
- Accessible Forms – Contact and submission forms include proper labels and instructions.
- Video Captions – Captions are provided for videos where possible.
3. Ongoing Improvements
We regularly review our website design, code, and content to improve accessibility. This includes:
- Conducting periodic accessibility audits.
- Updating templates and plugins for compliance.
- Training our editorial team on accessible content creation.
- Reviewing feedback from users to address accessibility barriers.
4. Limitations and Alternatives
While we strive to ensure full accessibility, some third-party content, embedded media, or external platforms linked from our site may not fully meet accessibility standards. We encourage such providers to adopt accessible practices and will provide alternative formats when possible.
5. How to Contact Us About Accessibility Issues
We welcome feedback on the accessibility of South Sudan Herald News Network. If you encounter a barrier, please contact us and we will work to resolve it promptly.
When contacting us, please include:
- The page URL or feature where you experienced an issue.
- The nature of the problem.
- Your device, browser, and assistive technology (if applicable).
6. Our Accessibility Goal
We are committed to making South Sudan Herald an inclusive platform where all readers — regardless of ability — can engage with the stories that matter from Juba, across the states of South Sudan, and the global diaspora. Accessibility is not a one-time project, but an ongoing responsibility.