Africa Tech Talks EP #35 (S02): Saving Lives with Technology: Nikita Kuzmin Mission to Transform Global Charity
Jul 10, 2025
Nikita Kuzmin, founder of Helpster Charity, aims to revolutionize global giving with tech-driven transparency. He shares how a mere $300 can save lives by tackling financial barriers to healthcare in developing countries. Nikita discusses the creation of Helpster, which uses efficient systems to ensure every dollar goes directly to hospitals, preventing fraud. He highlights personal stories of transformation, including a young girl who regained her ability to dance. His mission? To save one million lives through innovative charity practices!
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Saving Lives for $300
- Nikita Kuzmin sees saving a life for $300 as a vital mission to bridge the gap between those in need and those who can help.
- Many poor patients lack internet access, so direct medical outreach is crucial for finding real needs and helping effectively.
Girl Dancing After Surgery
- Helpster helped a young girl who suffered years of pain and couldn't walk but recovered after affordable surgery.
- Seeing her dancing months later showed the deep impact small, targeted aid can achieve.
Direct Hospital Payments Ensure Trust
- Helpster controls the entire process to ensure transparency and minimize fraud by verifying diagnoses and using video calls.
- They never give money directly to patients but pay hospitals directly to maintain trust and accountability.