Clara Ngando
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| Clara Ngando | |
|---|---|
| Born | Cameroon |
| 🏫 Education | MBA (Finance) |
| 🎓 Alma mater | London Business School (CFO Programme) |
| 💼 Occupation | Finance executive, entrepreneur |
| 📆 Years active | c. 2005–present |
| 🏢 Organization | EmpowerHer+237 |
| Known for | Financial leadership, women’s empowerment |
| Title | Founder, Board Member |
Clara Ngando is a Cameroonian finance executive and entrepreneur known for her work in financial strategy, governance, and women’s empowerment. She is the founder of EmpowerHer+237, a mentorship platform supporting young graduates and women entrepreneurs in Cameroon.[1]
With over 15 years of experience across fintech, energy, development, and public sectors, she has held senior leadership roles including Chief Financial Officer (CFO), internal audit lead, and consultant.[1]
Early life and education
Clara Ngando was born in Cameroon. She pursued higher education in finance and business, earning a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Finance and later completing the CFO Programme at London Business School.[1]
She is also a member of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), United Kingdom.[1]
Career
Ngando has built a career spanning more than a decade in financial management, specializing in corporate finance, governance, risk management, and compliance.[2]
Her professional experience includes leadership roles such as:
- Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
- Internal Audit leadership positions
- Senior consulting roles in enterprise transformation
Her work has focused on capital structuring, strengthening internal controls, and driving financial and operational transformation across multiple African markets.[1]
Entrepreneurship and social impact
Ngando is the founder of EmpowerHer+237, a nonprofit initiative established in 2023 and headquartered in Buea, Cameroon.[3]
The organization focuses on:
- Mentorship for young women and graduates
- Leadership and career development
- Financial literacy and entrepreneurship support
Through this platform, she has organized mentorship programs and conferences aimed at empowering young women and fostering leadership skills.[3]
Recognition
In 2024, Ngando was recognized as Emerging Woman CFO in Fintech – Cameroon, reflecting her contributions to financial leadership and innovation.[1]
She has also been listed among notable women leaders in Cameroon, recognized for her expertise in financial strategy and operational optimization.[2]
Professional affiliations
- Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), UK
- African Collaborative (Board Member)[1]
Selected chronology
- c. 2005–2015 — Early career in finance, consulting, and audit roles
- 2015–2023 — Senior leadership roles across finance and consulting sectors
- 2023 — Founded EmpowerHer+237[3]
- 2024 — Named Emerging Woman CFO in Fintech – Cameroon[1]
- 2025 — Recognized among top women leaders in Cameroon[2]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 "Clara Ngando". African Collaborative. 2024-01-30. Retrieved 2026-03-02.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 "Top 10 Women Leaders from Cameroon - 2025". The Global Woman Leader. 2025-01. Retrieved 2026-03-02. Check date values in:
|date=(help) - ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 "EmpowerHer+237". LinkedIn. 2023. Retrieved 2026-03-02.
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