ability and that secondary education will be distributed throughout the State in such a way that it is available on the same basis to all. e. To ensure that higher education is made generally available and accessible to all, on the basis of capacity, by all appropriate means, and in particular by the progressive introduction of free education. f. To ensure that education systems are directed towards: 1. the promotion and development of the child's personality, talents and mental and physical abilities to their fullest potential, without discrimination; 2. fostering respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms with reference to those set out in the provisions of various African instruments on human and peoples' rights and international human rights declarations and conventions; 3. the preservation and strengthening of positive African morals, traditional values and cultures; 4. the preparation of the child for responsible life in a free society, in the spirit of understanding, equality, tolerance, dialogue, mutual respect and friendship among all peoples; 5. the promotion and achievements of African unity and solidarity; 6. the development of respect for the environment and natural resources; and 7. the promotion of the child's understanding of primary health care. g. The teaching of African national languages should be introduced at primary school level. States should ensure that radio, television, audiovisual aids, and locally produced materials should be used in this education. h. To respect the liberty of parents and guardians to establish and choose for their children schools, other than those established by the public authorities, which conform to such minimum educational standards as may be laid down or approved by the State, and to ensure the religious and moral education of their children in conformity with their own convictions. i. 35 To ensure that all educational programmes are of a high quality and appropriate to the needs of society. Education must equip learners with the requisite skills and values to participate in and contribute to national and international development and employment opportunities. Education and training must be targeted at development based on African realities, and particularly towards the development of science and technology. School curricula should be linked to the labour market and society’s demands for technology and self-reliance.