Some articles as in usatoday,the link provided, use a definite statements that Africa will host the YOG 2022
https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/olympics/2018/02/08/olympic-games-in-africa-a-door-long-shut-could-be-opening/110241096/
Are we not on the brink of Olympic conflict?
1. A mere eight months before host selection in Oct the IOC announces a targeted approach (and apparently a definite selection of Africa). This is a full disregard for all the efforts and investments into potential YOG bids by other NOC' and interested parties.
2. IOC's reason for this targeted approach for Africa is to have Africa earn its right for going next level the bigger Olympics. This is appalling as no other country has ever been expected nor required to follow this route.
3. IOC's targeted approach is not only an unnecessary modification but also a very serious blunder as it makes Africa look like it is receiving a handout. There are African countries which are fully capable to raise an YOG bid on their own initiative if they choose to.