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How Nehiju Supports Visual, Audio, Cognitive, and Motor Accessibility

Comprehensive guide to accessibility support on Nehiju Learn across visual, audio, cognitive, and motor needs.

By Nehiju Learn·29 August 2026·3 views

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Comprehensive Accessibility Support
Nehiju Learn addresses accessibility across four domains:
### Visual Accessibility
  • Text-to-speech for all content

  • Screen reader compatibility (NVDA, VoiceOver, TalkBack, JAWS)

  • Adjustable font sizes

  • High contrast mode

  • Descriptive alt text for images

  • No color-only information (always paired with text labels)
  • ### Audio Accessibility
  • Text alternatives for all audio content

  • Visual indicators alongside audio cues

  • Written instructions for all verbal guidance

  • Vibration feedback (mobile) for notifications
  • ### Cognitive Accessibility
  • Clear, simple language in all content

  • Content chunked into short, manageable sections

  • Consistent navigation patterns across the platform

  • Visual aids (mind maps, diagrams, examples)

  • Self-paced learning with no time pressure on content

  • Mwalimu AI tutor for personalized, simplified explanations

  • Spaced repetition for better retention

  • Progress tracking to reduce anxiety
  • ### Motor Accessibility
  • Large touch targets (minimum 44px)

  • Full keyboard navigation

  • No drag-and-drop requirements

  • Simple, predictable interactions

  • Voice input support where available

  • No double-tap or complex gesture requirements
  • ### How to Access These Features
    All accessibility features are available in Settings:
  • Open Settings on your Nehiju account

  • Find the Accessibility section

  • Enable and adjust features as needed

  • Save preferences
  • ### Feedback and Improvement
    Nehiju is committed to continuous accessibility improvement. If you encounter a barrier:
  • Use the feedback system on any content page

  • Contact Nehiju support directly

  • Suggest improvements or new features
  • Every accessibility report helps make Nehiju better for all learners.
    Explore all accessibility features. Visit Settings on your Nehiju account today.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Does Nehiju support screen readers?

    Yes, Nehiju is designed to work with NVDA, VoiceOver, TalkBack, and JAWS. The platform uses semantic HTML, ARIA labels, and keyboard navigation.

    Is there text-to-speech on Nehiju?

    Yes, Nehiju includes built-in text-to-speech for lesson content, quiz questions, and AI tutor responses, in both English and Swahili.

    Can I adjust font sizes?

    Yes, font sizes can be adjusted in the Settings > Accessibility section. High contrast mode is also available.

    Does Nehiju work with keyboard navigation only?

    Yes, all features on Nehiju can be accessed using keyboard navigation. No mouse or touch gestures are required.