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TAF AFRICA TRAINS PRIVATE SECTOR EMPLOYERS ON ACCESSIBILITY AUDIT

TAF AFRICA TRAINS PRIVATE SECTOR EMPLOYERS ON ACCESSIBILITY AUDIT As part of our commitment to improving the lives of persons with disabilities, TAF Africa held a two-day employers' disability confidence training for Facility and Human Resource Managers in private sector organizations. The training, funded by Sightsavers, aimed to build the capacity of participants to conduct accessibility audits within their organizations and promote disability inclusion. Representatives from various private sector organizations, including the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture (NACCIMA), Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN), Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), Studio 24, Petrus Hotel, and Ave Maria University, were in attendance. The training covered various aspects of disability inclusion in the workplace. Mr. David Okoroafor, Economic Empowerment Program Officer of Sightsavers, emphasized the importance of disability inclusion in the private sector. He highlighted the significant population of persons with disabilities in Nigeria, stating that 15% of the population falls under this category. Companies that fail to consider accessibility, he argued, risk isolating a substantial portion of potential customers and employees. Mr. Okoroafor also pointed out the legal requirement for disability inclusion. The Discrimination against Persons with Disabilities (Prohibition) Act, 2018 mandated a five-year transition period for employers to implement inclusive practices and modify buildings to be accessible. This deadline ended in January 2024. With support from Sightsavers, TAF Africa hopes to empower partners by giving them the direction and technical skills they need to move toward social inclusion. The training sessions focused on equipping participants with the tools to assess and improve accessibility within their organizations. Facility managers were trained on using the International Labour Organization (ILO) accessibility document to evaluate their facilities' accessibility for staff, stakeholders, customers, and board members with disabilities. The document provides a checklist that serves as a self-audit tool.   Sightsavers offered additional support by proposing to connect participants with persons with disabilities who could serve as consultants for accessibility audits at no cost. Human Resource Managers also participated in sessions focused on ensuring their human resource policies are inclusive of persons with disabilities. Mr. George Anwayi, the Assistant Programme Manager of TAF Africa, delivered a session detailing ways to promote a disability-inclusive workplace culture. TAF Africa's initiative highlights the growing emphasis on disability inclusion in Nigeria. TAF Africa and Sightsavers are working towards a future where persons with disabilities have greater access to employment and equal opportunities, by equipping private sector employers with the knowledge and resources to create a more inclusive environment for persons with disabilities.  

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TAF Africa Trains 150 PWD Observers for #OsunDecides2026 Governorship Election

TAF Africa, under the Able2Vote initiative, has completed a two-day training for 150 Persons with Disabilities (PWD) as Election Observers ahead of the Osun State Governorship Election, supported by the EU-SDGN Programme. Osogbo, Osun State — 23rd–24th July 2026 Ahead of the highly anticipated #OsunDecides2026 Governorship Election, TAF Africa has equipped 150 Persons with Disabilities across Osun State with the knowledge, tools, and confidence to serve as credible, independent election observers. The two-day Election Observers Training took place in Osogbo under TAF Africa’s Able2Vote initiative and the EU Support to Democratic Governance in Nigeria (EU-SDGN) Programme. Building Skilled, Confident Observers The training opened with registration and an official welcome session, where George Anwayi, Assistant Programme Manager at TAF Africa, introduced participants to the workshop’s purpose and objectives. This was followed by a presentation from Dr. Andrew Adaji, Programme Manager at TAF Africa, providing an overview of TAF Africa’s Election Inclusion Strategy under the EU-SDGN Programme — setting the stage for why PWD-led observation matters for a truly representative democratic process. Participants then moved into practical, skills-focused sessions covering: The Role of Election Observers — expected conduct, security tips, and personal safety guidance for observers on election day, led by George Anwayi. Using the Observers’ Checklist — practical guidance on applying the checklist effectively to ensure accurate and credible reporting. The TAF Disability Hub App — a hands-on session led by Kohol Iornav, IT Officer at TAF Africa, walking participants through the app’s use for observation and reporting, including a live demonstration of uploading reports and eyewitness entries directly from the field. The day’s learning was reinforced through group discussions and role play, giving observers the chance to practice real election-day scenarios before the training closed with a reflection session and closing remarks from Dr. Andrew Adaji. Why This Training Matters Election observation is only as credible as the people carrying it out — and only as inclusive as the voices it represents. By training 150 Persons with Disabilities as official observers, TAF Africa is ensuring that the accessibility and inclusiveness of the Osun State Governorship Election is monitored by people who understand disability inclusion firsthand. Armed with the TAF Disability Hub App, these observers will be able to document real-time, credible reports and eyewitness accounts directly from polling locations across the state. This effort reflects TAF Africa’s continued commitment to disability inclusion in governance and electoral processes — ensuring that Inclusive Democracy is not just a slogan, but a lived reality for Osun State voters. Partnership and Support This training was delivered under TAF Africa’s Able2Vote initiative, with support from the European Union in Nigeria through the European Union Support to Democratic Governance in Nigeria (EU-SDGN) Programme.

Advancing Media Inclusivity Ahead of #OsunDecides2026 and Beyond: TAF Africa Convenes Media Executives, Regulators, and PWD Leaders for Reflection Meeting on Inclusive Reporting in Osun State

  Oshogbo, Osun State — Wednesday, 22nd July 2026   As Osun State moves closer to a new election cycle under the banner of #OsunDecides2026, TAF Africa is working to ensure that the voices of women and Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) are not just heard, but meaningfully reflected in how the media covers the process — and beyond.     In collaboration with the Nigerian Women Trust Fund, International Press Centre (IPC) Nigeria, and the Centre for Media and Society (CEMESO), TAF Africa convened a Reflection Meeting with Media Executives, Regulators, and PWD Leadership on Media Inclusivity in Oshogbo, Osun State. The event brought together over 50 delegates, including senior media executives, regulators, and staff from implementing partner organisations, for a full day of dialogue, reflection, and practical skill-building.   A Day of Reflection and Action The meeting opened with welcome remarks from TAF Africa, followed by a session from IPC providing an overview of the EU Support to Democratic Governance in Nigeria (EU SDGN) programme and its partners, alongside updates on inclusive reporting practices and the Media Code of Election Coverage.   Two standout interactive sessions anchored the day’s programme: “Whose Story Made the News?” — an opening exercise led by the Nigerian Women Trust Fund that challenged participants to critically examine whose perspectives are typically centred, and whose are left out, in everyday news coverage. “You Are the Editor” — an interactive editorial challenge involving all participants, designed to put media professionals in the decision-making seat and confront the real editorial choices that shape inclusive — or exclusive — coverage. Between these sessions, CEMESO led a presentation and review of the Media Inclusivity Guidelines, giving media executives and regulators a shared framework for evaluating and improving how their outlets represent women and PWDs.   The day also introduced a forward-looking initiative: IPC and CEMESO jointly presented a Mentorship and Follow-up Framework for Media Houses, laying the groundwork for sustained support and accountability well beyond the meeting itself. The programme closed with an open reflections session hosted by TAF Africa, giving delegates the chance to share commitments and chart a way forward.     Why This Work Matters Inclusive media coverage is not a peripheral issue — it is central to a functioning democracy. When women and Persons with Disabilities are excluded from media narratives, their concerns, candidacies, and contributions risk being excluded from public discourse and decision-making as well. By bringing media executives, regulators, and PWD leadership into the same room, this reflection meeting created space for honest conversation about current gaps and shared commitment to closing them. Inclusive media = Inclusive democracy. Together, we are making it happen.     Funding and Partnership This high-level engagement was made possible through the generous support of the European Union in Nigeria, delivered through the European Union Support to Democratic Governance in Nigeria (EU SDGN) programme. TAF Africa remains committed to championing disability inclusion and driving equitable representation across every sector of public life — including the newsrooms that shape how Nigerians see themselves and each other.

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