To
build the human capacity in the region, particularly in
areas
of greatest need and greatest historical
disadvantage.
To
maintain, develop, and enhance the national and regional
infrastructure
and co-operation needed to support fisheries-related
marine science and technology in the region
To
assist the countries in the region in achieving self-sufficiency
in marine science and technology,
so that the living resources of the Benguela
ecosystem can be managed rationally on a sustainable
basis for the benefit of the local
inhabitants.