Donell Mbele, the son of TV actress and entrepreneur Sonia Mbele, has broken his silence following the disturbing rape allegations made by his girlfriend, Tamia Carvalho. The 23-year-old, who was granted bail after appearing in Randburg Magistrate’s Court on January 20, 2025, has posted cryptic messages on social media, seemingly responding to the accusations.

In a series of posts on Instagram, Donell shared a video of the late rapper 2Pac Shakur, where the artist speaks about his unshakable faith in God despite facing life’s many challenges. In another post, he shared a quote from 2Pacβs posthumous track Better Dayz, featuring Mr. Biggs, which many interpreted as a subtle reflection on his current turmoil.
The most telling of his posts was an image of a Bible, with Donellβs name written on it, accompanied by a powerful Bible verse: βNo weapon forged against you will prevail. And you will refute every tongue that accuses you,β declares the Lord. This scripture, which speaks of protection from false accusations, resonated with many who saw it as Donellβs attempt to convey his resolve in the face of adversity.
While his posts remain ambiguous, Donellβs choice to share these messages has sparked debate on social media. Fans and critics alike are trying to interpret whether he is declaring his innocence or simply coping with the emotional toll of the situation. The case, which revolves around allegations of rape by his girlfriend, remains under investigation, and Donellβs legal proceedings are set to continue.
As the public continues to follow the story, the Mbele family is keeping a low profile, while Donellβs cryptic social media updates keep his supporters and critics alike guessing. His next steps, both in the legal battle and in his personal journey, remain uncertain.