CathayBrat
Well, going to Africa, is one solution. Would it look good on a CV. Hmmmm. not convinced. Effort spent on how to break through the barriers to get a much sought after position with a UK or European airline is going to say much more about an individuals strength of character, resourcefulness and will power than bush flying.
There is a bloody good reason why the CAA/JAA would have kittens over some of the things you may have done in Africa and this suggests to me a willingness to take undue risk. Something I would not recommend.
Times are getting more and more difficult, not helped by an unregulated supply of newly qualified pilots, and false promises made by the training sector. The ones who succeed are going to be the ones who think beyond the CV.