<p>Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) refers to actual physical and or sexual violence occurring in marriage or dating relationships. IPV is globally widespread and 35% of the women are reported to be victims. IPV during pregnancy endangers both the mother and unborn baby and it is associated with increased risk of HIV infection, foetal death, and premature rupture of the membrane. With the paucity of data in the developing countries, this study sought to determine the prevalence of IPV; factors associated and established the coping strategies women considered.</p>