Opening statement by Mr. Layashi Yaker United Nations Under- Secretary-General and executive secretary of the economic commission for Africa at the opening of the regional conference on development management in Africa: thirty years of experiene, emerging challenges and future priorities

Abstract

This opening statement by Mr. Layashi Yaker, United Nations Under-Secretary-General and Executive Secretary of the Economic Commission for Africa, addresses the Regional Conference on Development Management in Africa held on March 8, 1993, in Addis Ababa. The statement emphasizes the importance of the conference, which brings together various stakeholders from the public and private sectors, regional organizations, and experts in development management. Mr. Yaker highlights the significance of women's participation in development, coinciding with International Women's Day, and acknowledges the contributions of African women to socio-economic development. He outlines key lessons learned from past development experiences in Africa, stressing the need for a human-centered approach, the importance of peace and stability, and the necessity of building human and institutional capacities.