Societe Generale Cameroun
The transfer of Société Générale Group's shareholding in Société Générale Cameroun to the State of Cameroon has been successfully completed. The State of Cameroon thereby becomes the majority shareholder of the Bank, alongside the SanlamAllianz Group. The institution is henceforth operating under the name General Bank of Cameroon. The Bank hereby informs its clients, partners, and the general public of the appointment of new members to its Board of Directors.
This new governance structure is grounded in a commitment to continuity, stability, and enhanced client support.
The Bank's operations continue uninterrupted, maintaining the same standards of service quality and the same dedicated teams serving clients on a daily basis.
Present on Cameroonian soil for over six decades, our expertise is embodied by a team of attentive and committed advisors, dedicated to client satisfaction. We offer a comprehensive and diversified range of products and services, supported by an innovative multi-channel platform — all in service of Cameroon and its people.
With 650 employees and 49 branches located across the national territory, the Bank places accessibility and proximity at the heart of its commitment and daily operations. Our teams stand alongside 190,000 clients, providing lasting support through tailored financial solutions.
Fully integrated into the Cameroonian economy, the Bank is committed to delivering flexible, innovative, and high-quality products to a diverse client base comprising large and mid-sized corporations, professionals, institutions, associations, and individuals — solutions designed to meet their specific needs.
+ 6 decades of performance and awards :
Our Awards in 2024 :
« Best Bank in Cameroon » awarded by Global Finance ;
« Best SME Bank in Cameroon » awarded by Global Finance ;
« Best Bank & Best Investment Bank in Cameroon » awarded by EMEA Finance ;
« Best SME Bank in Cameroon » awarded by The Digital Banker ;
« Best retail Bank in Cameroon » awarded by Global Finance ;
« Best Customer Experience via mobile and internet Banking » awarded by The Digital CX Awards ;
« Best Treasury & Cash Management » awarded by Global Finance magazine.
These distinctions reflect the Bank's sustained strong performance and are a testament to the efforts made since its founding — efforts rooted in a policy of consolidating achievements and pursuing continuous transformation.
Over more than 60 years of presence in Cameroon, the Bank has firmly established itself as a benchmark institution in the Cameroonian banking sector.
Through meaningful engagement with all our stakeholders, we have become a key player in the Cameroonian economic landscape. We are committed to supporting each client in their development projects and to contributing to the growth and prosperity of the Cameroonian economy.