Gwendoline Abunaw

Gwendoline Abunaw is a distinguished Cameroonian banking executive and business leader currently serving as the Managing Director of Ecobank Cameroon and Cluster Head for the CEMAC region, overseeing operations across several Central African countries. With over two decades of experience in the financial sector, she has held senior leadership roles in institutions such as Standard Chartered Bank, Citibank, and Ecobank. Her leadership has been instrumental in driving digital transformation, financial inclusion, and strategic growth within the banking sector, earning her recognition as one of the most influential women in finance in Central Africa.

Gwendoline Abunaw is passionate about creating opportunities for women in leadership and supporting women led businesses. She made history as the first female President of the Cameroonian Banking and Financial Institutions’ Association, further demonstrating her commitment to breaking barriers and inspiring the next generation of female leaders. Through her professional excellence and her example as a working mother, she represents the strength, balance, and impact of African women who are shaping the future of business and society.