Not everyone is benefiting equally from ngitili restoration, however. Land use patterns in the region are strongly influenced by Sukuma traditions, with women controlling low-income crops while men control higher-earning livestock and cash crops. The task force found this culture persisting with ngitili restoration, with married women rarely owning individual ngitili or having a meaningful say in their management (Monela et al 2004: 92). On the other hand, all women have access to communal ngitili, a right and resource which has helped them acquire essential household needs such as fuelwood, thatch, and food, and to save time on chores.
