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SAWA

To provide exceptional financial audit and consulting services, simplifying complexities and driving sustainable growth for our clients.

We are delighted to welcome you to SAWA Audit and Consulting Co. (Waleed Homaid and Ahmed Al Fakih) - Yemen’s first GMNI associate member firm.

What we’re good at?

COMPREHENSIVE AUDIT AND ASSURANCE SERVICES

Delivering thorough audit and assurance services to enhance financial integrity, ensure compliance, and build stakeholder trust.

At SAWA, our commitment to excellence is reflected in our rigorous quality assurance processes, ensuring that every audit and consulting service we provide meets the highest industry standards and regulatory requirements.

FINANCIAL ADVISORY AND RISK MANAGEMENT

Guiding financial growth while managing risks to secure your business’s future.

IT AUDIT AND ASSURANCE

Strengthening IT systems with in-depth audits and assurance for enhanced security and performance.

Expert Legal Advisory & Support

Providing expert legal guidance to navigate regulations, ensure compliance, and support business growth.

COMPLIANCE AND INVESTIGATION

Ensuring regulatory compliance and uncovering insights through thorough investigations

MONITORING & EVALUATION

Tracking progress and evaluating impact to drive informed decision-making.

Tax & Zakat Advisory

Optimizing tax efficiency and ensuring Zakat compliance with expert guidance.

SAWA JOINS GMNI

During the year 2025, SAWA Audit and Consulting Co. proudly joined GMNI, a distinguished global association of independent accounting and consulting firms. This strategic association represents a significant milestone in our journey to elevate the quality and reach of our professional services across borders.

Our membership in GMNI connects us with a association of carefully selected firms in over 47 countries, all of which share a commitment to delivering exceptional service with integrity, professionalism, and local insight. This partnership strengthens our ability to support Yemeni and international clients by providing access to global expertise, best practices, and specialized knowledge in audit, tax, advisory, and business solutions.

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Member Firms

47

Countries

145

Member Offices

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Our approach

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Client Empowerment

Provide exceptional audit and consulting services to enhance financial integrity and operational efficiency.

Collaborative Partnerships

Deliver tailored solutions that meet regulatory standards and drive client growth.

Commitment to Innovation

Continuously innovate to adapt to client needs, serving as a trusted advisor for success.

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Our Leadership

Leading with Integrity, Inspiring Confidence — Our leadership combines deep financial expertise with a forward-thinking approach to deliver trusted insights and lasting impact for our clients.

Waleed Homaid - Managing Partner at SAWA

Waleed has over 13 years of experience in assurance and advisory, covering planning, execution, control, and reporting. He previously managed the Tax and Zakat department at a top 10 firm.

His expertise includes audit and assurance, due diligence, financial advisory, internal control reviews, and third-party monitoring for projects financed by international NGOs, the World Bank, and UN agencies. Waleed has served clients across various industries, including trading, telecommunications, insurance, banking, manufacturing, hospitality, and not-for-profits.

He is a Yemeni Certified Public Accountant (YCPA) and a member of the Institute of Internal Auditors-Yemen (IIA).

Ahmed AlFakih - Partner at SAWA

Ahmed has over 21 years of experience in Yemen, Djibouti, and Oman. He has served national and international clients across various industries, including banking (commercial, Islamic, and microfinance), manufacturing, telecommunications, oil & gas, transportation, hospitality, and not-for-profit organizations.

His expertise includes quality control reviews, agreed-upon procedures, due diligence, internal audits, compliance audits, and special projects. He also conducted a Professional Standard Review (PSR) for KSA audit offices at a Big 4 firm.

Ahmed is a Yemeni Certified Public Accountant (YCPA) and a member of the Institute of Internal Auditors-Yemen (IIA).

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Contact us

Whether you have a request, a query, or want to work with us, use the form below to get in touch with our team.