Gwafa Esmeraldafitz, (734, ?) was a copper smith in Aksum.
Gwafa believed in Berber religion.
He lived a life of poverty. He was able to eat and sleep under a shelter, but ended with having no possession at all. He was considered as belonging to the lowest caste. However, he made some friends among it. People saw Gwafa as cultivated, eager to read and learn when possible, and mastering writing, which he did for friends. He was strong, beautiful, and long lived. He was considered strong-willed, a leader at heart.