You could probably pick up a Fender Infinity range bass for under £100 and sell it in Africa and get your money back (I'm assuming there are fewer there) when you're done.
Inspired by @mhoss32's build I found a site selling Marquetry panels. Not clear whether these are complete or just a kit but if your interested...
Check here:
and here
Jez bought a Compressor from me...the whole transaction completed in under an hour.
I can confirm what others have said - great person to do business with.