NICO Group has hailed the Malawi Queens’ spirited Commonwealth Games campaign, describing it as a clear sign that the national netball rebuilding programme is beginning to deliver meaningful results and laying foundations for long‑term international competitiveness. Speaking as the team arrived back home, NICO Group Head of Corporate Affairs Mbumba Mlia Ndasauka said the performances had strengthened confidence in the organisation’s partnership with the Netball Association of Malawi. “We are immensely proud of the Malawi Queens. I extend my appreciation to NICO Group for financing the local training camp, player allowances and the Manchester preparations. “This support enabled crucial strength‑testing matches and ensured the Queens arrived at the Games ready to compete,” she said.