Durban boy, 6, prepares for lifetime adventure to Russia
The family of a six-year-old Durban boy will go on their first international trip - to be guests at the FIFA Soccer World Cup in Russia.
Thato Masuku came out on top of a social media campaign contest.
Young Thato from Umlazi submitted a picture of himself in his favourite pair of the Toughees school shoe brand. He received the vote for the best image.
Hloniphile, Thato's mother, says it's an exciting time for their family.
"He was so excited. He kept asking me where it is. I explained to him that we're going to be travelling on a flight - he was excited that he was going to be on an aeroplane for the first time. When I told him that the whole family is going with him - he was thrilled. He feels like a hero because he will be taking everyone to Russia," she said.
She says their trip will be an all-inclusive vacation.
"It's an all expenses paid trip - the flights, and accommodation. We are expected to leave on the 13th and return on the 28th of June. We will also be watching one of the matches at the World Cup," she said.
