Wandile Mngadi

Wandile Mngadi is a seasoned financial professional and Regional Manager for Africa at ACAMS, the global leader in anti-financial crime education and certification. With over 17 years of experience across the financial and non-banking sectors, Wandile brings deep expertise in risk management, market regulation, credit and balance sheet oversight, and AFC (Anti-Financial Crime) compliance. His previous leadership roles span prominent institutions such as Standard Bank, Refinitiv, the Central Bank of Swaziland, and the Johannesburg Stock Exchange.

Wandile holds a Master’s degree in Finance and Investment and is currently pursuing ACAMS’ Certified Cryptoasset Anti-Financial Crime Specialist (CCAS) certification, reflecting his commitment to evolving compliance trends and digital asset risk. An influential thought leader, he actively engages in industry forums, regulatory discussions, and educational outreach. As a judge for the ACAMS Africa Scholarship Program, he plays a vital role in mentoring the next generation of AML professionals across the continent.

Driven by a vision to advance Africa’s financial integrity and inclusion, Wandile works closely with regulators, institutions, and fintech innovators to develop region-specific, scalable AML solutions. His leadership continues to shape Africa’s anti-financial crime landscape, reinforcing ACAMS’ mission to build safer, more transparent financial systems across the globe.