2. Endorses the recommendations contained in documents E/ECA/CM.11/33, "The crisis of unemploymeht and human resources management" and E/ECA/CM. 11/40, "Human resources management in Africa: An agenda for action"; - 102 - 3. Urges member States to endeavour to implement those recommenda­ tions and the recommendations of the second Conference of Ministers Responsible for Human Resources Planning, Development and Utilization witn the minimum delay so as to accelerate the pace of human resources development and improve the management and utilization of human resources within the region; 4. Requests the United Nations system, the international community and technical assistance agencies to continue to assist African Govern­ ments to strengthen their human resources management capabilities; 5. Further requests the Executive Secretary of ECA to continue to provide assistance to member States by making available to them training and advisory services on management improvement, human resources planning and staff and career development, 241st meeting, 29 April 1985. 546 (XX). Strengthening the role of institutions of higher learning in Africa's development The Conference of Ministers, Having considered the report and Mbabane Programme of Action adopted by the second Conference of Vice-Chancellors, Rectors and Presidents of African Institutions of Higher Learning on means of strengthening the contribution of institutions of higher learning to Africa's socio­ economic development, Conscious of the central role of institutions of higher education in producing high- and middle-level scientific, technical and managerial professionals without whom no modern economy geared towards the develop­ ment of science and technology, industry, agriculture and other priority areas can function, Appreciating the commitment by the institutions of higher learning to orient their research activities, learning programmes and consultancy services to respond more effectively to Africa's developmental needs and the solution of Africa's pervasive socio-economic crisis, 1, Urges the African institutions of higher learning swiftly to 
**Analysis**
The text primarily focuses on the development of human resources and institutions of higher learning in Africa, with the aim of improving the management and utilization of human resources and contributing to the socio-economic development of the region. The language used suggests a strong emphasis on education, training, and capacity building, which are essential components of economic development.

**Category**
Education, Employment