I think it's a reasonable move. I only bring my camping gear if I am going on a specific camping trip (usually a weekender).
This may not exactly apply to Africa, but I've found that in other parts of the world, if camping is an attractive option, then there will probably be a camping supplies store nearby (or a big-box store with a camping section), where I can pick up a cheap tent and mat to use for a few days.
Hell, the hostels in New Zealand often have a gear-dump section where you can pick up the tents and sleeping bags left behind by other travellers for free!
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