Sandile Mahlangu And Jodell Tantij Exit Tropika Island Of Treasure

Actor Sandile Mahlangu and his Smoooth Fan partner, Jodell Tantij, have been eliminated from Tropika Island Of Treasure. The pair, who competed as Team Mango Peach, lost their place after a twist gave four previously eliminated contestants a chance to return.

Caster Semenya and Ashay Sewlall won the comeback challenge and re-entered the competition as the newly formed Team Orange.

Mystery Box Swap Puts Two Teams At Risk

Team Mango Peach and Team Green Apple, made up of Nadia Nakai and Andile Khuluse, were left vulnerable after the Mystery Box swap.

Host Zanele Potelwa then announced the Tropika Reruns challenge. Semenya, Sewlall, Wiseman Mncube and Thando Zwane competed for a chance to rejoin the contest. Semenya and Sewlall’s victory marked the end of the competition for Team Mango Peach and Team Green Apple.

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Mahlangu Reflects On Competing Under Pressure

Mahlangu described his time on Réunion Island as fun and challenging. One of the highlights was finding out how he responded under pressure.

“I entered wanting to test myself, and I left with a different appreciation for how I approach life. I found out that I’m still a passionate, energetic and quite the funny individual even through the pressure!”

He valued the time he had to appreciate the island between challenges. The swimming and basketball hoop challenge stood out as one of his toughest physical tests.

“There was a point where I felt as though my legs wouldn’t move any more. Slightly because of the tightness of my pants because my legs had swollen so much, I didn’t know my legs could get that big from a workout!”

Teamwork Was A Highlight For Team Mango Peach

Mahlangu and Tantij both brought strong opinions and their own strategies to the competition. They learnt to balance their ideas, listen to each other and offer support during challenges.

Mahlangu says he left with a greater appreciation for trusting his partner and focusing on his effort, attitude and response when plans changed.

Where To Watch Tropika Island Of Treasure

The remaining teams are still competing for the R1 million grand prize. Watch Tropika Island Of Treasure on Wednesdays at 21:00 on SABC 1, with a repeat on Thursdays at 18:00 on S3.

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