About Riaan Botha
Born 1970. Riaan Botha is a South African athletics competitor.
Riaan Botha (born 8 November 1970 in Pretoria) is a retired South African pole vaulter.
His personal best is 5.91 metres, achieved in April 1997 in Pretoria. This places him second on the African all-time performers list, behind fellow South African Okkert Brits.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Riaan Botha?
South African pole vaulter
When was Riaan Botha born?
Riaan Botha was born on 8 November 1970 in Pretoria.
What is Riaan Botha's occupation?
Riaan Botha is an athletics competitor.
What nationality is Riaan Botha?
Riaan Botha is South African.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Riaan Botha. https://biography.guide/riaan-botha/
MLA: "Riaan Botha." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/riaan-botha/.
Chicago: "Riaan Botha." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/riaan-botha/.
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