Web Design and Development
Afritales and Artistry is a unique storytelling agency with a powerful mission: to sensitize society about the deaf community through engaging, creative, and impactful stories. By using various forms of artistic expression, they aim to raise awareness and foster inclusivity for the deaf community across Africa and beyond. Their work touches on themes of identity, communication, and breaking barriers in society.
Afritales and Artistry approached Venda Technologies with the need for a website that would serve as their primary digital platform. The website’s main goal was to provide a space where their stories, initiatives, and advocacy efforts could reach a broader audience. It needed to effectively communicate their mission, showcase their artistic works, and provide resources for those looking to support or learn more about the deaf community.
1. Research and Discovery
We started by holding in-depth discussions with the Afritales team to fully understand their mission, target audience, and content style. We also researched how best to implement accessibility features for the deaf community to ensure an inclusive user experience.
2. Design and User Experience
For Afritales, storytelling was the focal point, so the website needed a design that supported narrative-based content. We opted for a clean, visually compelling design with large visuals, bold typography, and easy-to-navigate sections. The interface emphasized storytelling through:
3. Development
Our development team focused on creating a responsive and highly accessible website. Key features include:
4. Testing and Launch
We rigorously tested the website across various devices and screen readers to ensure it met accessibility standards. The client provided feedback during multiple phases, and we made refinements to the user interface, ensuring a seamless and inclusive experience.
“Venda Technologies created a digital space that brings our stories to life while ensuring our platform is accessible to everyone, regardless of their hearing ability. The site perfectly captures our mission and helps us reach a wider audience.”
— Afritales and Artistry Team
The Afritales and Artistry website development project demonstrates how thoughtful design can make a difference in advocacy and storytelling. By focusing on accessibility, user engagement, and multimedia storytelling, Venda Technologies helped Afritales build a platform that amplifies their message and creates a more inclusive digital environment.
