The Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying relevant accessibility standards.
Our Commitment
We believe that all visitors to our website should have a positive and inclusive experience. The KCAA is dedicated to making its website accessible to the widest possible audience, regardless of technology or ability. We are actively working to increase the accessibility and usability of our website and in doing so adhere to many of the available standards and guidelines.
Accessibility Standards
To achieve our accessibility goals, we aim to conform to the World Wide Web Consortium's (W3C) Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 at the AA level. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities. Conformance with these guidelines will help make the web more user-friendly for all people.
Accessibility Features on This Website
We have implemented the following features to improve accessibility on our website:
- Keyboard Navigation: All interactive elements and content can be accessed and navigated using a keyboard.
- Clear and Consistent Navigation: Our website features a consistent and intuitive navigation structure to help users find information easily.
- Alternative Text for Images: We provide descriptive alternative text for all meaningful images, allowing screen reader users to understand the content.
- Sufficient Color Contrast: We ensure that text and background colors have sufficient contrast to be readable for individuals with low vision or color blindness.
- Resizable Text: Users can adjust the text size using their browser's built-in functions without loss of content or functionality.
- Descriptive Link Text: Links are clearly and concisely labeled to indicate their purpose.
- Form Accessibility: Our online forms are designed to be accessible, with clear labels and error messages.
- Semantic HTML: We use semantic HTML to structure content, which aids screen readers and other assistive technologies in interpreting the page.
- PDF Accessibility: We strive to ensure that downloadable PDF documents are accessible. If you encounter an inaccessible PDF, please contact us.
Ongoing Efforts
Accessibility is an ongoing process. We are continuously reviewing and updating our website to improve its accessibility. This includes:
- Regular accessibility audits and testing using automated tools and manual review.
- Providing training to our content creators and developers on accessibility best practices.
- Staying informed about the latest accessibility guidelines and technologies.
Feedback and Support
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of the KCAA website. If you encounter any accessibility barriers while using our website, or have suggestions on how we can improve, please contact us and we will work to address your concerns.
This statement was last updated on June 30, 2025.