Sahndra Fon Dufe is a talented Cameroonian-born creative who has made notable contributions to the African film and entertainment industry as an actress, author, screenwriter, film producer, and entrepreneur. Born Sandra Kiven Fondufe on October 28, 1989, in Bamenda, Cameroon, she stands out as one of Africa’s emerging talents in cinema and literature. Known by nicknames such as “sandy mama,” “sandiri,” or “sku,” she is recognized as the youngest published female author from Cameroon and the creator of the impactful Yefon Trilogy.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Sandra Kiven Fondufe |
| Date of Birth | October 28, 1989 |
| Place of Birth | Nkwen, Bamenda, Cameroon |
| Nationality | Cameroonian |
| State of Origin | Northwest Region (Nso Tribe) |
| Partner | N/A |
| Children | N/A |
| Occupations | Actress, Author, Screenwriter, Film Producer, CEO, Vlogger, Activist |
| Net Worth | $1.5 million – $3 million (2025 estimate) |
Early Life and Education
Born in Nkwen, Bamenda, within the Nso tribe region of Cameroon’s Northwest Region, Sahndra grew up in a creative and supportive family with two brothers, a cousin, a foster brother, and her parents. From a young age, she expressed herself through writing and performing, having written multiple unpublished books by the age of five.
Her poetic talents first gained recognition at 13 when her poem “Dear Momma” earned a prestigious acknowledgment from the Commonwealth Poetry Organization.
During her secondary schooling at Our Lady of Lourdes College, she also danced professionally with a francophone dance group. Later, she pursued a law degree at the University of Buea, where her interest in acting began when she appeared in a local film.
She served as president of one of the university’s largest sororities and later moved to the United States to earn a Master of Fine Arts in Acting from the New York Film Academy in Los Angeles.
Career
Sahndra began her acting career in local Cameroonian films like Standing the Rain and Two Princes. After moving to Los Angeles, she appeared in Nollywood projects such as Lost in Abroad where she played Zena, a French-speaking hairdresser, and took a supporting role as Village Gossip 1 in the international film Black November featuring Wyclef Jean and Akon.
Her breakthrough came in the romantic comedy One Night in Vegas at age 23, where her role as Mildred, a cancer patient, earned widespread critical praise and helped the film win multiple awards at the African Oscars.
She followed with leading roles including Kwuni in Unconditional Love opposite John Dumelo and Yurika in Refugees with Yvonne Nelson and Belinda Effah. Beyond films, she worked in television on series like I Hate Everything as Suzi and co-producer, plus an uncredited role in Madam Secretary.
Her commercials include campaigns for the American Cancer Society with Jeri Ryan, Old Navy, Vow Foundation Nigeria, and the Coca-Cola World Cup 2014 video with David Correy, along with a guest spot on the game show Mind of A Man.
At age 22, she founded African Pictures International to promote authentic African stories, producing projects like True Beauty-PSA, CJ’s Dream to Hollywood, Accent Class, and I Hate Everything.
Her signature Yefon Trilogy features the bestselling novel Yefon: The Red Necklace, published at age 24 as the youngest female author from Central Africa, with a film adaptation in development starring her as Yefon Labam alongside actors like Isaiah Washington and Hakeem Kae-Kazim.
She also runs the popular vlog African Girl Answers, partners with organizations like the U.S. Embassy for acting workshops, offers scholarships for young women, and serves as Outreach Director for the Silicon Valley African Film Festival, moderating panels on women in cinema.
Personal Life
Sahndra keeps her personal life private while remaining approachable professionally. She divides her time between Yaoundé, Cameroon, and Los Angeles. She is beloved within her close circle by nicknames like Sku and Sandy Mama. She has a fondness for rescued kittens and collects antique Egyptian furniture, adding a unique touch to her personal life.
Details about her romantic relationships or children are not publicly available, reflecting her preference for privacy.
Net Worth
Sahndra Fon Dufe’s net worth is estimated at $1.5 million to $3 million as of 2025.
Filmography
Here is a list of selected notable filmography entries and awards for Sahndra Fon Dufe:
Selected Filmography
- One Night in Vegas (2013) – Mildred (critically acclaimed role that helped boost her career)
- Unconditional Love (2013/2014) – Kwuni (lead role)
- Refugees (2013/2016) – Yurika
- Black November (2012) – Village Gossip 1 (internationally recognized film)
- Lost in Abroad (2012) – Zena (Nollywood independent film)
- I Hate Everything (2017) – Suzi (TV series, co-producer)
Selected Awards and Nominations
- Commonwealth Poetry Organization Recognition (2004) – For poem “Dear Momma” at age 13
- African Oscar Awards (2014) – One Night in Vegas won 4 awards with critical praise for Sahndra’s role
- Youngest Published Female Author from Central Africa (2014) – For the novel Yefon: The Red Necklace
- NAFCA Nomination – Most Promising Actress
- Most Influential Young Cameroonian Under 30 (2016) – Educational Activism category
- Top 100 Influential Under 30 (2017)
- Shortlisted as Shining Star Presenter for Caribbean Music Awards (2025)
These selected highlights reflect milestone achievements in Sahndra’s acting career, literary success, and recognition for her creative and social impact.
