Financially, he was well under average. He had struggles to meet ends every other week. He belonged to the low caste of the society, and had some friends among the servants, beggars and workers. People saw Gwafa as cultivated, eager to read and learn when possible, and mastering writing, which he did for friends. He was vigorous, muscular, and had a near perfect body. He was iron-willed, achieving any goal he set.