Bank of Uganda Treasury Bills Auction September 2025 Issue No. 1213
The Bank of Uganda invited investors to participate in a government treasury bills auction held on Wednesday, 10 September 2025. Below are the details of the offer, maturities, and how investors could take part.
Treasury Bills on Offer
In this auction (Issue No. 1213), the government offered a total of UGX 355 billion in treasury bills across three maturities:
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91-Day Treasury Bill (UG11B1112256): UGX 25 billion
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182-Day Treasury Bill (UG11C1203269): UGX 75 billion
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364-Day Treasury Bill (UG11E1009266): UGX 255 billion
Key Auction Dates
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Auction Date: Wednesday, 10 September 2025
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Settlement Date: Thursday, 11 September 2025
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Maturity Dates:
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91-Day → 11 December 2025
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182-Day → 12 March 2026
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364-Day → 10 September 2026
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How to Participate
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Minimum Investment:
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Non-Competitive Bids (through any commercial bank): UGX 100,000 (in multiples).
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Competitive Bids (by Primary Dealers only): UGX 200,100,000.
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Deadline for Submission:
All bids had to be submitted by 10:00 AM on Wednesday, 10 September 2025. -
Primary Dealer Banks: ABSA, Citi, Centenary, DFCU, Equity, Housing Finance, Stanbic, and Standard Chartered.
How the Auction Works
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Competitive Bids → Submitted by Primary Dealer banks, specifying the rate.
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Non-Competitive Bids → Accepted at the cut-off yield determined by the auction.
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All successful bidders received allocations at the same cut-off price.
Why Treasury Bill Auctions Matter
Treasury bills are short-term government securities that provide predictable returns and are among the safest investments in Uganda. They’re ideal for investors seeking low-risk opportunities with maturities of 91, 182, or 364 days.
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Final Thoughts
The 10 September 2025 Treasury Bills auction gave investors a chance to participate in government securities worth UGX 355 billion. With a minimum investment of just UGX 100,000, treasury bills remain one of the most accessible ways for Ugandans to start investing.
FAQs
1. What was the minimum investment for this auction?
UGX 100,000 for non-competitive bids.
2. How were bids submitted?
Through commercial banks, with Primary Dealer banks handling competitive bids.
3. When were settlement and maturity dates?
Settlement took place on 11 September 2025. Maturities were 91, 182, and 364 days.
4. Can individuals take part in treasury bill auctions?
Yes. Individuals can invest through their commercial banks under non-competitive bids.
5. How often do these auctions take place?
Every two weeks, according to the Bank of Uganda auction calendar.