Africa: Economies in Africa Had It Rough in 2022

Record inflation, high debt levels and weak currencies sent the cost of living soaring in many parts of sub-Saharan Africa throughout the year.

When Richard Gbewornyo graduated as a videographer in Accra, he was ready to go into the field and start shooting.

But hardly any assignments came his way in 2022. He’s now an Uber driver in Ghana’s capital — although that puts very little in his pocket.

“It’s difficult, very difficult, because I ventured into Uber and when I started fuel prices were…