Founded in 2017 by Malainine El Moujtaba, CPA, MAUREX-SA was established to provide high-quality tax, legal, and regulatory advisory services to international investors entering the Mauritanian market. Over time, the firm has developed into a multidisciplinary advisory platform supporting global consulting firms and businesses with compliance, market entry, and strategic expansion across Mauritania and the Sahel.

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Today, we serve 50+ clients across Mauritania and internationally, supported by a team of 15 CPAs and business advisors specializing in industry-specific financial solutions.

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Professional Advisors

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ACHIEVEMENTS
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  • Trusted Local Advisory Partner for International Firms2024
  • Strategic Partner for Cross-Border Consulting Assignments2023
  • Recognized Advisory Firm for Market Entry in Mauritania2022
“We don’t just support compliance — we help businesses operate confidently in complex environments.”
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Malainine Moujtaba
Founder & Managing Partner

Our Mission & Approach

Our Mission

Our mission is to deliver trusted tax, legal, and advisory expertise, helping international investors and businesses navigate complex regulatory environments and achieve sustainable growth in Mauritania and the Sahel region.

Our Vision

MAUREX-SA is a forward-thinking Tax, Legal, Accounting & Advisory firm committed to helping businesses operate and expand with clarity, confidence, and control.

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Trust Builders

  • IconQualified Accountants and Tax Advisors
  • IconReliable Financial and Compliance Services
  • IconClear and Transparent Pricing
  • IconOver 8+ Years of Professional Experience

A growing team of 15 professionals, including CPAs, tax and legal specialists, and audit experts, dedicated to delivering reliable accounting, compliance, and advisory services.

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WHY CHOOSE MAUREX-SA

We're not just advisors we're strategic partners invested in your financial success

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Tax & Legal Expertise

Strong knowledge of Mauritanian regulatory and tax frameworks.

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International Client Focus

Extensive experience supporting global consulting firms and foreign investors.

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Strategic Market Entry Advisory

Guiding businesses through regulatory, tax, and operational challenges when entering Mauritania and the Sahel.

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Supporting Business Growth

We help businesses grow by providing clear financial guidance and ongoing advisory services adapted to their evolving needs.

The Experienced Professionals Guiding MAUREX's Commitment To Financial Excellence

Team Member

Malainine EL MOUJTABA

Founder & Managing Partner
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
  • Tax & Legal Advisory
  • Accounting & Audit Support
  • Financial & Strategic Advisory
  • Cross-Border Engagements
  • Judicial & Restructuring Expertise
  • International Cooperation
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Sidi SAKEDA

HR Senior Advisor
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
  • Human Resources Management & Governance
  • Organizational design and restructuring
  • Staff statutes and internal regulations
  • Recruitment and workforce planning
  • Performance evaluation and training programs
  • Social security, retirement procedures, and occupational health & safetyEmployment of foreign nationals and work permits
  • Quality systems and organizational audits
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NIANG Moulaye

Tax and legal Senior Advisor
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
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Yahya KANE

Manager – Business Services Solutions
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
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Mohamed Zeidane Mahmoud

Assistant Manager -Accounting, Tax, Immigration & Compliance
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
  • Accounting support and financial record keeping
  • Tax compliance and statutory filings
  • Audit assistance and documentation preparation
  • Immigration services (work permits, residency, expatriate compliance)
  • Corporate and regulatory compliance support
  • Liaison with public authorities and administrations

TESTIMONIALS Join 500+ businesses who rely on MAUREX for financial clarity and strategic growth

Success stories

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Client Retention
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“MAUREX has been supporting us for several years as a trusted partner. Their tax, legal, and accounting expertise allows us to carry out our projects with confidence, while their responsiveness to new regulatory developments enhances the relevance and value of their advice.”

Carlos Arevalo
Directeur Adjoint Afrique de l’Ouest, SACI (Dakar) -Group Studi International
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“I have collaborated with the firm Maurex on audit assignments in Mauritania, Mali, and Senegal. On each occasion, Malainine and his team demonstrated a high level of professionalism and carried out the assignments with strong commitment, professionalism, and transparency. I would not hesitate to work with Maurex again”

Salma El Achab
Internal Audit Advisor, Resolute Mining Group, Founder, ORAA Partners, Former Manager at Deloitte
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“Establishing a new entity in Mauritania initially felt daunting due to distance and unfamiliar local regulations. From our first call, Malainine El Moujtaba and the MAUREX team provided timely, professional advice and managed the entire process seamlessly, from legal incorporation to tax, labor, and banking matters. Their expertise transformed what we expected to be a complex and difficult process into a smooth and efficient launch. Our collaboration continues in the company’s ongoing administration, and we look forward to working with MAUREX for the long term”

Massimo Valsecchi
Managing Director (CFO) TAKRAF GmbH
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“MAUREX stands out for its rigor, strong methodology, and deep understanding of complex local and international environments, making them a trusted partner in demanding contexts”

Rachid Boumehraz
Chartered Accountant, Partner, Grant Thornton
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“MAUREX demonstrates strong methodological rigor, recognized technical expertise, and consistent adherence to deadlines, within a relationship built on trust and professionalism”

Bara Diop
CFO, Lagardère Travel Retail West Africa
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“On the GTA project in Mauritania, MAUREX demonstrated a strong understanding of local regulations, technical expertise, and the reliability required to manage complex and sensitive situations”

Javier Amo
Finance & HR Manager Spain, Mammoet
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“I have known Malainine for around ten years through my assignments in Mauritania. Serious, professional, and highly responsive, he never hesitates to step outside his comfort zone. I also had the opportunity to witness the early stages of the firm and the launch of MAUREX. Today, the company is clearly evolving, not only through a modernized visual identity, but above all through the depth and quality of its work, its close relationships with partners, and the expertise the team continues to strengthen every day. A truly rewarding collaboration.”

Malek AMARA
Tax & Audit Director STUDI INTERNATIONAL GROUP
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“MAUREX combines strong local regulatory expertise with international best practices, enabling confident and well-informed decision-making.”

Dridi Youssef
Resident Manager, Mauritania National Basics Company Ltd. (Saudi Group)
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“We have worked with MAUREX on multiple occasions and have consistently valued the quality of their support. Their expertise, responsiveness, and rigor make MAUREX a trusted and reliable partner.”

Tamsir Fall
Chartered Accountant, IFRS Certified – Former Deloitte Manager
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“MAUREX has been our trusted partner since the company’s inception, providing exemplary legal, fiscal and accounting counsel, including contract drafting and strategic guidance. Their support—both professionally and personally during our integration into a foreign market—remains invaluable after eight years of collaboration.”

Nayra Delgado
Founder of Mauritania Gateway & Mauritania, Business Consul – PROEXCA
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