Hasting Military Center

A government-run rehabilitation center in Sierra Leone for individuals with substance abuse issues.

CCI Score

30.49

-0.03% April 18

Latest Event

Rehabilitation Program Admits New Drug Abuse Victims

The Ministry of Social Welfare admitted a new batch of drug abuse victims into the Peace Mission Training Rehabilitation Center in Hastings on March 7, 2025. This marks the fourth intake and underscores the government’s commitment to addressing drug addiction and reintegrating affected individuals into society.

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Hasting Military Center is currently rated as a Dissenter.

+25 to +44 CCI Score

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Latest Events

MAR

07

2025

Rehabilitation Program Admits New Drug Abuse Victims
60.20

The Ministry of Social Welfare admitted a new batch of drug abuse victims into the Peace Mission Training Rehabilitation Center in Hastings on March 7, 2025. This marks the fourth intake and underscores the government’s commitment to addressing drug addiction and reintegrating affected individuals into society.
+70

Public and Political Behavior

April 5

The rehabilitation initiative represents a proactive public policy effort that provides marginalized individuals with support and reintegration opportunities, reflecting the center’s commitment to positive public and political behavior. This is a strong anti-authoritarian measure that aligns with progressive public welfare goals.

Ministry of Social Welfare Admits Drug Abuse Victims into Rehabilitation Program
+50

Business Practices and Ethical Responsibility

April 5

The admission of individuals into the rehabilitation program demonstrates the center's ethical responsibility to provide essential social services and support the reintegration of marginalized community members, thereby contributing to community wellbeing and social justice.

Ministry of Social Welfare Admits Drug Abuse Victims into Rehabilitation Program
FEB

22

2024

Launch of Rehabilitation Centre for Drug Abuse Victims
71.27

On February 22, 2024, the Ministry of Social Welfare, in partnership with the government, formally opened the rehabilitation centre at Hastings Freetown under the Hasting Military Center. The centre aims to address substance abuse among Sierra Leone’s youth and support the rehabilitation of individuals affected by drug abuse, contributing to community well‐being and long‐term national development.
+80

Business Practices and Ethical Responsibility

April 5

The launch of this rehabilitation centre demonstrates a strong commitment to ethical responsibility and community support, particularly for vulnerable populations struggling with substance abuse. This initiative is aligned with efforts to promote social welfare and mitigate issues that can contribute to societal instability, thus reflecting an anti-authoritarian and progressive approach.

Sierra Leone Government Launches Rehabilitation Centre For Victims of Drug Abuse
FEB

01

2024

Gender Disparity in Rehab Program at Hasting Military Center
-40.00

The rehabilitation program at Hasting Military Center, a government-run facility in Sierra Leone, has aided only 300 individuals since its opening in February 2024, with a striking underrepresentation of women (only 40 beneficiaries). Critics argue that despite claims of a gender-sensitive setup, structural issues such as social stigma and insufficient intervention have left marginalized women without adequate support.