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  Hard work in West Africa Here is a quick resume of my recent trip to Ghana. There are many species found in West Africa which cannot be found elsewhere, but the region as a whole isn't easy to access. Many countries have little or no tourist infrastructure, several are downright dangerous to visit, and others are horrendously expensive. Gambia used to be the first African country to visit, and indeed is still a top destination, but many specialities don't occur there, Rockfowl (or Picathartes to prove I can spell it) being one. There are only two countries in the world where the two species in the genus can be found, until recently Cameroon, where Grey-necked occurs, was the only option, but the country has suffered political instability and most tour companies no longer offer tours there.   Jonathan and I were given a "heads-up" about Ghana last year by a mothing friend, and he advised us to use the services of a top guide, Kalu Afasi. I had long wondered about vis...