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The popular TV showLove Island South Africadebuted inMzansion Sunday night, 28 February.

The show garnered a mixed response from social media users who excitedly tuned into the first episode.

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Many felt that the Islanders on the show did not sufficiently represent the demographic of the country.

The observation resulted in the term Love Island Orania trending as Twitter users blasted the shows choices.

It could be quite a whirlwind of a season.

Love Island Orania trends as Mzansi slams reality TV show

Love Island South Africa left viewers with mixed reactions. Image: SuppliedSource: UGC

Fans were impressed with the first episode of the show but not everyone shared the same sentiments.

Fans on social media criticised the show for having a predominantly white cast.

The conversation was started by @BassieM_ on Twitter.

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