Agrippa Masiyakurima
Agrippa “Bopela” Masiyakurima | |
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| Born | Agrippa Masiyakurima Mutare, Zimbabwe |
| Other names | Bopela |
| Occupation | Civil Engineer |
| Spouse | Abigail Marongwe |
Agrippa “Bopela” Masiyakurima was born in Mutare, Zimbabwe. He is well known in Zimbabwe as a businessman who runs the civil engineering firm, Bopela Group of Companies, which works in the telecommunications industry across Africa. He is regarded as a controversial businessman and political figure and was a long-term supporter of ZANUPF and the G40 faction.[1]
Political career
He actively joined politics in 2018 by running for Member of Parliament for Mutare North under the New Patriotic Front party but did not win the election.[2] He was also a founding member of the People's Party in 2020[3] but was evicted from the party later that year. He is married to Abigail Marongwe.[4] Masiyakurima has been known as a philanthropist who has helped people in Mutare with various projects. These include poultry projects that assist the poor, and athletic events for the youth.[2]
Awards
- The Class of 2015 - Under 40 Zim Business Achievers list, Ngoda Business Magazine - 2015.[5]
References
- ^ "G40 benefactor arrested over shooting at KGVI". NewsDay.
- ^ a b "Bopela pledges grassroots empowerment in Mutare North". The ManicaPost. July 26, 2018. Archived from the original on 2023-06-29.
- ^ Shoko, Advent (6 May 2020). "New Twist In Mzembi-Led People's Party As Expelled Bopela Suspends 3 Members". Pindula. Retrieved 14 December 2025.
- ^ "Businessman Bopela beats up wife".
- ^ "Zim's Top 10 Under 40 Business Achievers According To Ngoda Business Magazine". Youth Village Zimbabwe. February 18, 2016.