Mint Times - August 25

Welcome to the August edition of Mint Times!

This month, we closed off Women’s Month by celebrating the resilience, brilliance, and empowerment of women across Mint and beyond. August was also filled with moments of recognition, collaboration, and innovation that continue to shape how we create tomorrow.

In this edition, you’ll find stories of achievement, thought leadership, and the impact of technology in transforming industries and communities. Each piece reflects our drive to keep moving forward with purpose and possibility.

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Empowering Healthcare and Communities: Mint Group Wins IAMCP 2025 Solution Provider Award 

We’re proud to share that Mint Group, in collaboration with PEO IT, has been awarded the IAMCP 2025 P2P Solution Provider Award for the EMEA region. This global recognition celebrates our joint work in digitizing over 800,000 patient records at Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital, Africa’s largest public hospital. Powered by Microsoft Azure and Power BI, this transformation delivered real-time data visibility, operational efficiency, and a 40% reduction in patient processing times.  

Beyond tech, the project uplifted communities, employing and training over 100 unemployed youth. This award is a testament to what’s possible when purpose meets partnership. We thank IAMCP, Microsoft, and our exceptional team and partners. Let this be a reminder that doing good and doing great work can go hand in hand. Here's to creating tomorrow, together. 

A Decade of Excellence: Mint Group Joins Microsoft Inner Circle Again 

Mint Group has once again been named to the prestigious Microsoft Business Applications Inner Circle for 2024/2025, marking our 10th consecutive year in this elite group. This recognition places Mint among the top 1% of Microsoft partners worldwide and highlights our consistent ability to deliver innovation and measurable impact through Dynamics 365 and the Power Platform. 

Achieving this milestone for a decade running is a reflection of our people, our clients, and our unwavering commitment to building technology that enables real transformation. For Mint UK, it reinforces our mission to bring this global expertise to local markets and help organisations reimagine what’s possible with Microsoft solutions. 

Mint Group at the 2nd Microsoft Annual Women in AI and Security Event 

On 07 August, Mint Group proudly attended the 2nd Microsoft Annual Women in AI and Security event in Cape Town — a gathering dedicated to amplifying female voices and driving dialogue around the role of women in shaping the future of technology and cybersecurity. The event brought together industry leaders, innovators, and changemakers to share insights on how AI and security intersect, and why inclusive representation is key to building a safer digital world. 

By participating, Mint Group reaffirmed its commitment to supporting diversity in technology and championing women who are leading conversations on innovation, resilience, and responsible AI adoption. Events like these not only celebrate progress but also inspire the next generation of talent to step into technology with confidence and purpose. 

Celebrating Collaboration in Healthcare Digitisation 

On 7 August 2025, Mint Group had the honour of attending an exclusive stakeholder dinner at the iconic Sanctuary Mandela — a fitting venue to reflect on a project that is reshaping the future of public healthcare in Gauteng. 

This intimate evening brought together key stakeholders from government, healthcare, and technology to celebrate the collective progress made in the province’s digital health records initiative. It was a moment to pause, connect, and acknowledge the incredible collaboration driving this transformation forward. Mint Group is proud to continue supporting the vision of a more efficient, patient-centred public health system. 

In case you missed it, read about the awareness event that kick-started the conversation:  SABC News – Gauteng hospitals’ patient records going digital 

See real-world impact in action:  Case Study – Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital Digital Transformation 

GirlCode Group Summit: Owning Our Space 

 At the GirlCode Group Group Summit, voices of courage, allyship, and leadership came together to inspire lasting change. The day opened with Zandile Mkwanazi calling on us to speak up and build allies, setting a tone of collaboration and community. 

Panels and speakers highlighted grit, resilience, and representation, but a defining moment was when Mint Group’s Head of Marketing, Sugeshni Subroyen, urged women in tech to silence imposter syndrome, to be bold, be loud, and own our space. Her words captured the spirit of the summit, reminding us that confidence is not granted, it is claimed. 

From reflections on inclusivity and representation to powerful reminders about leadership and legacy, the summit was a celebration of strength and solidarity. As Nomonde White-Ndlovu closed with the reminder that we don’t need permission to belong,  we are already powerful, the message was clear: the future of tech will be shaped by women who rise and take others with them. 

Navigating Generational Dynamics in the Workplace

Workplaces today bring together Baby Boomers and Gen Z, each with their own strengths, perspectives, and expectations. While these differences can sometimes create friction, they also present an opportunity to build stronger, more collaborative teams.

This August, our Head of People, Lauren Clark joined the conversation live on Radio 702 to explore how organizations can navigate generational dynamics with understanding and purpose. The discussion highlighted practical ways to turn potential clashes into shared growth, creating workplaces where experience meets fresh perspective.

The message was clear: when generations learn from one another, businesses unlock innovation, resilience, and a stronger path forward.

The future of work is not about dividing by age, but about uniting strengths to create something greater together.

Mint Group at the WeInHR Pan-African Conference 

On 30 August 2025, our Head of People, Lauren Clark proudly represented Mint Group as a panel speaker at the WeInHR Pan-African Virtual Conference. This landmark event brought together HR leaders, practitioners, and change makers from across industries and countries, creating a powerful platform to exchange ideas on the future of work in Africa. 

The discussion tackled some of the most pressing questions facing organisations today: How do we prepare people for a workplace that is evolving faster than ever? How do we build and retain human capital that can compete on a global stage? By sharing perspectives and best practices, the panel highlighted the importance of collective action in shaping a resilient, people-centric future. 

We are honoured to have contributed to such an inspiring conversation and look forward to continuing our role in driving meaningful change across the HR landscape in Africa. 

Celebrating the Women of Mint 

At Mint, we believe that when women rise, everyone rises. This Women’s Month, we created space to celebrate the strength, brilliance, and resilience of the incredible women who shape our journey every day. 

Our World of Women (WoW) campaign honored the many ways women empower one another, from personal stories of courage to wellness sessions designed to uplift and inspire. We hosted webinars that gave our Mint ladies the tools to prioritize wellbeing, build confidence, and embrace personal growth. 

Beyond the sessions, we encouraged our women to share their own stories, their journeys, and even their favorite “hype songs” to remind us all of the power of self-expression. These stories became a reminder that behind every role and responsibility is a woman balancing life with strength and grace. 

We are proud that over 40% of Mint’s workforce is made up of women, spanning generations, experiences, and perspectives. Each one contributes to the culture that makes Mint who we are. Women’s Month gave us the opportunity to pause, reflect, and celebrate this diversity, reminding us that empowered women truly do empower women. 

Here’s to the women of Mint, and to creating more spaces where every woman can thrive, grow, and shine. 

Beyond the Target: FY26 Sales Conference 

 On 20–21 August, the Mint team came together for our FY26 Sales Conference under the bold theme “Beyond the Target.” Inspired by the spirit of resilience and determination, the two-day event gave us the chance to reflect on FY25, celebrate our wins, and chart an ambitious course for the year ahead. 

Leadership shared valuable insights, while strategy sessions helped teams align on how we’ll deliver meaningful growth and impact for our customers in FY26. A key highlight was the participation of Microsoft leaders, who brought fresh perspectives on the future of technology and reaffirmed their commitment to deepening collaboration with Mint. Their vision sparked powerful discussions and inspired us to push the boundaries of innovation even further. 

The energy was undeniable. As the conference came to a close, one message was clear, the Mint team is ready to embrace change, break barriers, and go beyond the target in FY26. 

Webinar Wednesday

Empower Your Business with Custom AI Agents 

We recently hosted a session on building your own AI copilots with Microsoft Copilot Studio. 

What if you had an AI assistant that truly understood your business? One that streamlines workflows, anticipates needs, and boosts productivity. That is the promise of Copilot Studio. 

The webinar explored the difference between Generative AI and Agentic AI, showed how Copilot Studio works in simple terms, and shared real scenarios that bring its value to life. From automating tasks in Microsoft 365 to creating intelligent agents for your industry, the opportunities are endless. 

Missed it? Catch the full recording and see how Copilot Studio can transform the way you work. 

From Legacy to Leading Edge: Your Path to Application Modernization 

Some systems still get the job done, but often at a cost. They slow down teams, add unnecessary expenses, and keep businesses from moving forward with agility. The future belongs to organizations that modernize and build a stronger digital foundation. 

On 10 September, Mint Group will host an upcoming webinar designed to unpack what application modernization really means. This people-first session will explore the difference between lift-and-shift, refactor, and rebuild strategies, and share real-world examples that highlight measurable results.  

You will gain practical insight into how to reduce costs, improve performance, and future-proof your applications with built-in security and scalability. Most importantly, you will walk away with a clearer roadmap for moving from legacy systems to modern platforms that support growth and innovation. 

Reserve your spot today and take the first step from legacy to leading edge. 

Blending Old Wisdom with New Tech: Can Traditional Thinking Boost AI? 

As technology races ahead, we often equate innovation with novelty. But what if advancing artificial intelligence requires us to look back rather than forward? 

In this insightful blog, Mint Group’s Sales Account Manager, Trevor Thackwell, unpacks how time-tested approaches, like logical reasoning and critical thinking, are shaping smarter AI solutions. It’s a reminder that sometimes the “old-school” mindset can be the missing ingredient for next-generation intelligence. 

Read the full blog here: Enhancing AI the Old-Fashioned Way