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This study assessed the stakeholders' knowledge, attitudes, and perceptions relating to the six control strategies for <jats:italic>T. solium<\/jats:italic> infections in Kamuli and Hoima districts, Uganda. A total of 22 focus group discussions (FGD) were conducted with pig farmers, community leaders, pig\/pork traders, animal health assistants, and human health assistants. In addition, nine key informant interviews were held with senior officials in the ministries of agriculture and health and other relevant agencies at the district level. The results showed differential, limited, and fragmented knowledge on <jats:italic>T. solium<\/jats:italic> infections among stakeholders. Pig farmers, community leaders, and pig\/pork traders had almost no knowledge and were often confused regarding the differences existing between <jats:italic>T. solium<\/jats:italic> and other gastro-intestinal infections in pigs and humans. Pig confinement, pit latrine construction, coverage, maintenance, and sustained use are influenced by cultural, socio-economic, and physical\/ environmental factors of the study population and area. Proper sensitisation programmes and health education interventions should target all, but with appropriately focused material to suit the different stakeholder categories. Reminders or nudges may be needed to ensure that increase in knowledge translates to changes in practise. 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