Accessible bathroom facility with grab rails and wide clearances

Accessible Spaces.
Dignified Living.

We convert standard facilities into fully compliant, dignified accessible environments for persons with disabilities in line with SANS 10400 Part S and Universal Design principles.

SANS 10400 Part S Universal Design WCAG-Informed
2021 Year Founded
100% Compliance-Focused
7+ Client Sectors Served
SA Nationwide Coverage

Born from personal experience. Built for lasting impact.

Nkidi Manufacturing Accessibility Solutions was founded in 2021 by Thandi Nkidi following a personal diagnosis of Guillain-Barré Syndrome, which left her wheelchair-bound for twelve months. That lived experience became the foundation of a business dedicated to the dignity and independence of all persons with disabilities.

Our work is guided by a single conviction: every person deserves safe, dignified access to sanitation regardless of physical ability.

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Accessible toilet facility showing compliant layout with grab rails and clear floor space

Accessible sanitation designed with dignity

Core Services

From on-site audits to full installation, we deliver end-to-end accessible sanitation solutions that meet regulatory requirements and serve real human needs.

Toilet conversion in progress showing before and after accessible fixture installation

Toilet Conversion

We convert standard toilets into fully accessible facilities, adjusting heights, clearances, and fittings to comply with SANS 10400 Part S.

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Stainless steel grab rails mounted beside an accessible toilet

Grab Rail Installation

Supply and installation of wall-mounted, foldable, and custom support bars positioned at the correct heights and angles for safe transfer.

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Accessibility consultant measuring door width and turning radius in existing facility

Accessibility Auditing

We conduct comprehensive site inspections, compliance gap analyses, and produce written recommendations for upgrading existing facilities.

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Value Proposition

Affordable Upgrades

Practical accessibility improvements designed for existing buildings without the cost of full renovation.

Compliance-Focused

Every solution is designed against SANS 10400 Part S standards and guided by Universal Design principles.

Safety and Dignity

We place the lived experience of disability at the centre of every design decision we make.

Social Impact

A proudly South African enterprise, purpose-driven and community-focused in everything we deliver.

Regulatory Compliance as Standard Practice

All Thandi IDS designs and installations comply with SANS 10400 Part S — the South African National Standard for accessibility in buildings. Our approach ensures that facilities serve municipalities, educational institutions, healthcare providers, and commercial properties with confidence and legal certainty.

Original Design Designed by Thandi Nkidi Smart Assistive Technology

Introducing the CWiser

The CWiser is a purpose-built, self-sanitising smart toilet system designed from the ground up by Thandi Nkidi for people living with disabilities. It combines intelligent automation with thoughtful ergonomic design to restore independence and dignity in one of the most private and essential areas of daily life.

Touchscreen Remote

Control water spray, air dryer, and frame positioning without physical strain.

Self-Sanitising

Automated water spray and air dryer — zero manual cleaning required.

Adjustable Frame

Moves sideways to fit any body size. Supports standing and transferring.

Integrated Footrests

Postural support and stability for safer seating.

Ergonomic Flush

Low-grip handle for independent operation by all users.

Proudly South African

Conceived and developed by Thandi Nkidi from lived experience.

Product Overview
Smart Electronic Remote

See the CWiser's touchscreen remote in action — controlling water spray, the air dryer, and the adjustable support frame with zero physical effort.

Control Demo
Joystick Control

The flexible joystick can push, pull, or move sideways to operate the water spray and dryer — giving users full hands-free independence.

Our Client Sectors

We work across government, private, and civil society sectors to deliver compliant, dignified accessibility solutions.

Municipalities
Schools & Educational Institutions
Clinics & Hospitals
Government Buildings
Shopping Centres
Construction Companies
NGOs & Disability Organisations
Private Homeowners

Ready to make your facility accessible and compliant?

Contact us for a professional accessibility assessment. We serve clients across South Africa.

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