(f) implement the RISDP and ASTCPA and other science, technology and
innovation programmes agreed upon in regional and international fora;
(g) demystify science, technotogy and innovation by promoting public
understanding and awareness and meaningful participation in these
disciplines;
(h) recognize, develop and promote the value of indigenous knowledge
systems and technologies;
(i) share experiences and develop joint initiatives that promote appropriate
technologies for wealth creation and elimination of poverty within
communities, especially in rural areas;
0) develop human resources in science, technology and innovation and
work collectively towards the attraction, motivation and retention of
scientists for the development of the Region;
(k) strengthen institutional capacity in research and technology institutions
in the Region and facilitate institutional cooperation and networks;
(I) work towards the elimination of restrictions of movement of scientists
and technologists within SADC for the purposes of education, research
and participation in joint STI programmes;
(m) enhance and strengthen the protection of intellectual property rights;
(n) increase access to the teaching and learning of basic science and
mathematics at all levels of the education systems;
(o) promote quality in the teaching and learning of basic science and
mathematics at all levels of the education system; and
(p) promote gender equity and equality in the teaching and learning of basic
science and mathematics at all levels of the education system.
ARTICLE 3
FUNDAMENTAL PRINCIPLES
Member States commit themselves to act in common pursuit of the objectives of
this Protocol which shall be implemented in accordance with the following
principles:
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