Of course the other option is to go to Zambia early and sit the 6 CPL exams (not too tough) and do hours as required and flight test and get the CPL issued here as if you had done the whole syllabus...
There are operators there that will be looking for pilots for next season, but whatever you do, check with the DCA first.
From what I hear, this 1000 rule isnt going to last very long. How is the industry in Zambia going to survive with no new pilots and guys leaving after doing a couple of years. You could also try pestering the AOOA there and see what they are doing to get this ridiculous rule overturned.
Oh well, look on the bright side, at least its not as bad as the situation in Kenya.
Topper Dee at 50 DME