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Senegal's walls have been filled with graffiti art for decades.

The art form's often linked to hip hop culture, protest and defacing property.

However, a new institution's attempting to change the negative image of graffiti.

The RBS Akademya was opened up by a team of graffiti artists, which includes Serigne Mansour Fall.

Fall thinks graffiti helps people understand their society better.

The founders hope the academy will keep graffiti art alive for many years and be a place where amateur artists can learn from experts.

During the first 6 months, students attend three theory and practice lessons weekly.

They're exposed to a variety of techniques before they decide on their own style.

Ibrahima Soumaré left school to develop his artistic talent at the Akademya.

Libasse Sarr thinks graffiti represents a peaceful way to express your views.

Students are charged 40 euros to enrol at the academy and pay a monthly tuition fee of 23 euros.

Each class has four students which means they receive lots of attention from the founders.

Students receive a certificate at the end of their course and are prepared for the tough task of making money from their art.

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