112. Its purpose is to assist ADB to develop its own environmental capabilities and those of national banks in member States. (d) Pollution control and waste disposal 113. A comprehensive questionnaire was prepared on industrial activities and measures for the protection of the environment in relation to agricul­ tural and industrial development within the five countries of the North African MULPOC. 114. The main objectives were: (a) To identify the volume of industrial processing activities within the subregion; (b) To identify environmental measures and capacity for the control and management of agricultural and industrial waste in the area; and (c) To make appropriate recommendations to the officials of the North African MULPOC regarding a functional environmental infrastructure for the control and management of agricultural and industrial wastes. - 35 - 14. Human settlements 115. The secretariat carried out certain studies including planning for setting up production plant and decentralized construction services. The objectives were to draw the attention of member States to the main elements which must be taken into consideration in planning and develop­ ing their local building materials industries. A study on the present capacity of cement production within the African region was also completed. Another study on national policies in human settlements, dealing with the appropriate measures to be taken for acquiring and developing land for housing intended for low-income groups was carried out. A mission was organized to Botswana with the co-operation of the United Nations Centre for Human Settlements to study innovatory mechanisms in the financing of social housing in that country. 15. Public administration, management and manpower (a) Development of budgetary and taxation systems 116. At the request of the Botswana Institute of Administration and Commerce, the secretariat assisted in organizing an induction course for 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be discussing various projects and initiatives related to the development of the African region, with a focus on environmental protection, industrial development, human settlements, and public administration. The text mentions the development of environmental infrastructure, pollution control, and waste management, which suggests a strong connection to natural resources and environment.

**Category**
Natural resources and environment, Industry, Public administration, management and manpower