Eskom has set higher-than-expected prices for assets earmarked for sale after a bungled investor call unsettled creditors and potential buyers. The call, meant to outline details of its unbundling process, reportedly failed due to technical problems.

The misstep dented confidence and prompted Eskom to take a firmer stance on valuations as it seeks to stabilise its balance sheet amid ongoing restructuring and scrutiny from lenders and regulators.