Tenor Guide · 28-Day Guide

How Do 28-Day Treasury Bills Work in Ethiopia?

Shortest tenor

Understand Ethiopia's shortest standard T-Bill tenor, when it may fit, and what to consider.

2 min readBeginner guideTenor guideUpdated 16 Sept 2026
Short answer

A 28-day Ethiopian Treasury Bill is bought at a discount and repays its face value after about four weeks — the shortest standard tenor, suited to near-term cash plans and frequent reinvestment. Its yield is set at each auction; compare the latest NBE results rather than assuming short tenors pay less.

The 28-day Treasury Bill is the shortest standard T-Bill tenor in Ethiopia.

It's designed for investors who prioritise flexibility, short commitment periods, and quicker access to funds than longer tenors.

If you want a short-duration, government-backed investment, this may be a practical starting point.

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Key Facts
Investment term
28 days
Reinvestments / year
~13×
Liquidity profile
Highest flexibility
Best for
Short-term cash management
Definition

What is the 28-Day T-Bill?

A 28-day Treasury Bill is a short-term government investment that matures in just four weeks. Like other T-Bills, you buy it below face value and receive the full amount at maturity, your return is the difference. Because the period is short, it's often considered the most flexible standard option.

Suitability & Benefits

Who might consider it, and why choose it?

Need funds soonPrefer short commitmentsWant government-backed exposureShort-term cash management
  • +Short commitment period. Funds are tied up for only 28 days, the shortest standard option.
  • +Greater flexibility. A shorter period lets you reassess market conditions more often.
  • +Faster access to funds. Your investment is returned relatively quickly.
  • +Easier starting point. The short timeline can feel easier for first-time investors to manage.
Considerations

Things to consider & next steps

  • –Yield varies by auction. Short tenors can clear above or below longer maturities — compare the latest results.
  • –Frequent reinvestment. To stay invested, you may need to join auctions more often.
  • –Returns can change quickly. With regular short-term auctions, yields can move between auctions.
When this may be a good fitYou expect to need your funds within a short period, prefer short-term decisions, and value flexibility over a longer commitment.
Next Step

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