The findings of the study revealed that examination malpractices (leakages) had a negative influence on pupils’ academic performance because they made pupils lose self confidence, the desire to learn, to study hard and acquire knowledge and skill. It was discovered most pupils who have interests in examination leakages devote less time to academic exercise even during the time of examinations; they waste much of the time looking for leakages. Furthermore, the major effects of examination malpractices on pupils’ academic performance reported by respondents included poor academic performance, less concentration during lessons, indiscipline and lack of respect for the teachers, panic during examinations to mention but a few. Thus, the study made the following recommendations: 1. The government should integrate examination malpractices in the school curriculum as one of the cross cutting issues to be taught in order to enhance awareness, 2.Examination Council of Zambia (ECZ) should increase awareness through outdoor advertising in addition to the current posters. 3. Examination Council of Zambia should extend examination malpractice penalties to all those found wanting including those photocopying, parents and all suspecting persons.rn